Proportionality in targeting decisions means which of the following?

Proportionality in targeting decisions means which of the following?

• A. The force used should be proportional to the military objective; avoid excessive harm to civilians or civilian objects.
• B. Any civilian harm is acceptable if it helps achieve a military objective.
• C. Proportionality applies only to the size of the force, not to effects.
• D. Proportionality prohibits any use of force in all circumstances.

Answer: (A)