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The first initiative under Aukus is to support Australia in acquiring:__________?

Correct answer: D. nuclear-powered submarines

  • A. nuclear bombs
  • B. military drones
  • C. None of these
  • D. nuclear-powered submarines

Explanation

AUKUS initially focused on helping Australia acquire nuclear-powered, conventionally armed submarines. These submarines use nuclear propulsion but are not nuclear-weapon platforms, so “nuclear bombs” is the trap.

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