| This question <24|24> overall <23|25> Ben: <4|50>. graded A |
| Question 43: Certain use-values are produced with the purpose never to be used. For instance nuclear bombs which are developed for the sake of deterrence. It is true for these use-values too that their use-value actualizes itself only in its use? |
| [24] Ben: The Cuban missile crisis is a great example about this sort of use value. If we didn't have those missiles I don't know what would have happened. But we did have them ready to shoot just in case the Cubans followed through with their threats. I feel this is a major reason why nothing did happen. We have nuclear missiles so if something was to happen we could use them but by having them there and ready, this deters people from attacking us. |
| I may be wrong but I feel it is also much like insurance whether its car, health, life or a warranty on a computer. If you never make a claim on your insurance you never really use it. But the security that you could make a claim when something happens is there for you too use. |
| Lastly, by not using the nuclear bomb is a defense mechanism. The bomb is being used as a defense through intimidation and power to other people. This fulfills the wants and needs of security of everyone inside our society. |
| Hans: Intimidation and power characterize U.S. nuclear policy better than the protection against a threat. All in all, good examples. |
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