Many scholars believe that countries that possess nuclear weapons will be deterred from using them by so-called mutually assured destruction (MAD). What does the success of MAD hinge upon?
A. The assumption of rationality among leaders
B. The widespread possession of nuclear weapons
C. The regime type of the countries with nuclear weapons
D. The geopolitical conditions
E. The cost of nuclear weapons
Answer: A
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