The use of atomic bombs against Japan had what significance?

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According to military planners, the use of atomic bombs saved an estimated 250,000 Allied casualties and even more Japanese losses. The other options are not accurate: A is incorrect because the Soviet Union had already declared war on Japan before the bombs were dropped, B is incorrect because Germany had surrendered before the bombs were dropped, C is incorrect because the Japanese emperor was not killed, and E is incorrect because Honshu was not rendered inhabitable for twenty-three years.

The Use of Atomic Bombs Against Japan Had What Significance