Which of the following is NOT a necessary condition for the existence of mutually assured destruction in a bilateral relationship?

A. Leaders on both sides have to be rational
B. Both sides have second-strike capabilities
C. Both sides have assured destruction capabilities
D. Second-strike capabilities have to be credible
E. Both sides have to have relatively equal capabilities


Answer: E

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