What change did Ronald Reagan advocate in how the United States should protect itself from nuclear weapons?
a. creating a ballistic missile defense system
b. shifting from technological solutions to deterrence through strength
c. relying on mutually assured destruction instead of deterrence
d. withdrawing from various treaties in order to demonstrate U.S. dominance
Answer: a. creating a ballistic missile defense system
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