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    Question

    Which country recently tested a Hwasong-12

    intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), which is capable of striking the US territory.
    A South Korea Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Vietnam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Russia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Thailand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E North Korea Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    North Korea confirmed that it had tested a Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), which is capable of striking the US territory. The Hwasong-12 can carry a large-size heavy nuclear warhead. The test confirmed the accuracy, safety, and operational effectiveness of the produced Hwasong-12 type weapon system. The missile reached an altitude of about 2,000 km (1,243 miles) and flew to a distance of 800 km. The Hwasong-12 has an estimated range of 4,500 km (2,800 miles).

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