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What type of missile is the "Harpoon" that was recently seen in news?

Correct answer: A. Anti-Ship Cruise Missile

  • A. Anti-Ship Cruise Missile
  • B. Anti-Radiation Missile (ARM)
  • C. Air-to-Air Missile
  • D. None of the Above

Explanation

Harpoon is an anti-ship cruise missile designed to attack surface vessels, usually by flying at low altitude over the sea. It is not an air-to-air or anti-radiation missile.

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