Which of these statements best analyzes why President Truman decided to abandon the plan to launch an amphibious invasion of Japan in 1945?(1 point)
Responses
Truman was assured that using atomic bombs would result in minimal loss of Japanese civilian lives.
Truman was more concerned about ending the war in Europe before invading Japan.
Truman realized that an invasion of Japan was not possible after U.S. defeats at Iwo Jima and Okinawa.
Truman realized that the invasion would cost too much money and American lives.
the correct answer
The correct answer is: Truman realized that an invasion of Japan would cost too much money and American lives.
Which of the following statements is correct about the decision to drop the atomic bombs?(1 point)
Responses
Truman was worried that Japan would drop atomic bombs first.
Truman thought if he bombed Japan, it would agree to become a territory of the U.S.
Truman was hoping Germany would surrender once it saw the destruction of Japan.
Truman wanted to save as many lives as possible and end the war quickly. the correct answer