The "policy of détente" means
A. a French plan to greatly increase their arsenal of nuclear weapons.
B. a commitment to allowing the international body of the United Nations to lead the world community.
C. an economic program between two powers designed to create a trading bloc.
D. a reduction in hostility between nations.
E. a gradual increase in hostility between nations, as one power tries to force the other to bend to its will.
Answer: D
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