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What was the biggest reason why the Soviet Union and United States wanted to avoid a direct conflict with each other during the Cold War?

-With nuclear weapons, it would be too destructive.
-So, they stayed popular with other countries.
-After World War II, both their armies were too small.
-It probably would be too expensive.

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The correct answer is: -With nuclear weapons, it would be too destructive

In essence, an open war between the two nations would be a nuclear war and no one could stomach that instant destruction.

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