Which of the following best describes Richard Nixon's policy towards the Soviet Union? (1 point) Responses [Choice A] He relaxed tensions through detente. [Choice A] He relaxed tensions through detente. [Choice B] He enforced a boycott of he Olympic games. [Choice B] He enforced a boycott of he Olympic games. [Choice C] He convinced the Soviets to lower oil prices. [Choice C] He convinced the Soviets to lower oil prices. [Choice D] He negotiated an end to a long hostage crisis.

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The best option that describes Richard Nixon's policy towards the Soviet Union is [Choice A] He relaxed tensions through detente. Detente was a significant aspect of Nixon's foreign policy aimed at easing the tensions of the Cold War through diplomacy, negotiation, and engagement with the Soviet Union.