22 Nuclear proliferation is not unidirectional—given the right conditions and incentives, it is possible for a nation to
give up its nuclear aspirations.
(A) Nuclear growth has more than one direction since many factors are involved in a nation’s nuclear weapon
pursuits.
(B) A nation may decide to stop its nuclear weapon pursuits, which indicates the fruitful results of a series of
peace talks.
(C) A nation’s nuclear growth can go either up or down, depending on the appropriate conditions and incentives.
(D) Nuclear growth is irrevocable since a well negotiated deal may help a nation develop its nuclear weapons.