2024-10-17
Question

Who developed the THAAD missile defense system?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Lockheed Martin

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Lockheed Martin”.

The United States has announced it will send the advanced THAAD missile defense system to Israel. THAAD (Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense) is a high-tech anti-missile system developed by Lockheed Martin. It is designed to intercept and destroy enemy missiles in their final phase of flight.

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