In 1949 the soviet union announced that it had exploded its first atomic bomb, and in response, some western governments decided to build large stockpiles of nuclear weapons. this is an example of a. middle power. b. point systems. c. mutual deterrence. d. international tribunals.

the right answer is the third one: turnpikes went short distances to connect markets. turnpikes, also known as toll roads, were very important for trade and transportation (of people, goods and products) in the 19th century, coinciding with the expansion towards the west. they contributed significantly to the economic development of the united states.

d)to gain support for the independence movement.

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