Question

Why did the United States decide to use atomic bombs on Japan?

O
A. To weaken important military targets
O B. To save American lives by ending the war sooner
C. As punishment for Pearl Harbor
O
O
D. To show American power

Answer 1

B. To save American lives by ending the war sooner

Step-by-step explanation:

Ending the war quickly would prevent Russian participation in the fighting and expansion into parts of Asia. In the Potsdam Declaration, issued on July 26, 1945, the United States made a call for the unconditional surrender of Japan. Japan's rejection of the demand led to final order to proceed with atomic bombing.