Question

Which was the LEAST likely reason for Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb?

a) He wanted Japan's unconditional surrender.
b) He wanted to intimidate the Soviet Union.
c) He felt it would strengthen US-Soviet relations.
d) He wanted to end the war in the Pacific without invading Japan.

Answer 1

D) He didn't want to end the war by dropping a bomb, he wanted to fight for his side. So, the answer would be D.

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-Marshy