Which of the following was a result of the National Security Council document NSC-68, drafted by the U.S. White House in 1950? (Choose all that apply.)

a. The defense budget increased in one year from $13.5 billion to $48.2 billion.
b. The United States was given authority to occupy West Germany.
c. The number of U.S. troops in Europe increased from 80,000 in 1950 to 427,000 in 1953.
d. NATO was established as an institution to reinforce political ties among Western allies.

a. The defense budget increased in one year from $13.5 billion to $48.2 billion.
c. The number of U.S. troops in Europe increased from 80,000 in 1950 to 427,000 in 1953.