What conclusion can be made about John F. Kennedy's opinion about modern–day scientific knowledge?

Question

A
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He believes that the use of modern–day science is the sole key to ensuring global peace.
B
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He believes that scientific knowledge should be applied primarily for the sake of medical research.
C.

He believes that scientific knowledge can result in both great advancements and great destruction.
D
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He believes that the U.S. should focus its scientific knowledge on the development of superior arms.
Multiple Choice Question
Part B:

Which sentence from the text best supports your answer in part A?
A
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Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty.
B
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…that both sides begin anew the quest for peace, before the dark powers of destruction unleashed by science engulf all humanity in planned or accidental self–destruction.
C
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For only when our arms are sufficient beyond doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed.

Answer 1

Part A: Conclusion about John F. Kennedy's opinion about modern-day scientific knowledge

C. He believes that scientific knowledge can result in both great advancements and great destruction.

Part B: Supporting sentence from the text

B. …that both sides begin anew the quest for peace, before the dark powers of destruction unleashed by science engulf all humanity in planned or accidental self–destruction.

This sentence highlights Kennedy's awareness of the dual nature of scientific knowledge: it has the potential to lead to both advancements (such as peace) and destruction, which directly supports the conclusion drawn in Part A.