How did President Nixon and his national security advisor,Henry Kissinger,assess the deterioration of Soviet-Chinese relations?
A) They saw it as a dangerous step toward global warfare.
B) They believed the United States could exploit the conflict between the nations.
C) They believed it gave them cause to abandon the policy of containment.
D) They viewed it as an impediment to the larger effort to achieve détente with the Soviet Union.

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Nixon and Kissinger saw the deterioration of Soviet-Chinese relations as an opportunity for the United States to exploit the rift between the two communist powers, thereby gaining leverage in its Cold War diplomacy. This strategy was part of their broader approach to engage both nations separately, improving relations with each to enhance the United States' position in the global balance of power.

How Did President Nixon and His National Security Advisor,Henry Kissinger,assess