The U.S. response to Soviet actions in Afghanistan and Poland can be compared primarily based on the first and third points provided:
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The United States condemned Soviet policy toward both countries. This is accurate. The U.S. publicly condemned the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, viewing it as a threat to global stability and a violation of international norms. Similarly, the U.S. condemned Soviet repression of the Solidarity movement and political actions in Poland during the early 1980s.
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The United States adopted a policy of detente in both countries. This statement is inaccurate. While a policy of detente characterized U.S.-Soviet relations earlier (in the 1970s), the responses to these specific actions were not about pursuing detente, but rather a strong condemnation and a pushback against Soviet influence.
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The United States supported rebels in both countries. This is also partially true, but more directly applicable to Afghanistan. The U.S. provided significant support to the Mujahideen fighting against Soviet forces in Afghanistan. In Poland, while the U.S. supported Solidarity, the nature of support was less direct, focusing on diplomatic and moral backing rather than military aid.
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The United States targeted Soviet missiles in both countries. This does not accurately describe U.S. responses. The U.S. developed a strategic arms reduction approach in response to Soviet missile placements, but this was not a direct response to actions in Afghanistan or Poland.
In summary, the most accurate comparison is that the United States condemned Soviet actions in both Afghanistan and Poland. Therefore, the first statement is the best choice for comparing the U.S. response to Soviet actions in both countries.