Question

1. Without new-generation computer chips made in Japan, the US Department of Defense cannot guarantee precision of its nuclear weapons. If Japan told Washington that it would no longer sell computer chips to the United States, the Pentagon would be totally helpless and in a dangerous position. Which of the following statements strengthens the argument? a) The accuracy of the missiles depends on the quality of the computers. b) The Americans can do a little better than depend on the intelligence of other countries. c) Japan can completely upset the American military balance if it sells its computer chips to the Soviet Union instead of to the US d) The Americans have been wise in calling off the arms race.​

Answer 1

don't know brother sorry

Answer 2

Option C- Japan can completely upset the American military balance if it sells its computer chips to the Soviet Union instead of to the US.  This is the answer.

Explanation:

• Option C- "Japan can completely upset the American military balance if it sells its computer chips to the Soviet Union instead of to the US." This is the statement that strengthen the argument.
• In option C, they talk about why and how Japan avoids selling computer chips to America.
• Option A is incorrect because it talks about the quality of the computers and missiles, which does not support the argument.
• Option B is wrong because it talks about the talent of the Americans and not about Japan not supplying the computer chips.
• Option D is wrong because, it does not support the argument in any way.