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TeachMeFinance.com - explain flexible deterrent option flexible deterrent option 'flexible deterrent option' is an military term meaning '(DOD) A planning construct intended to facilitate early decision making by developing a wide range of interrelated responses that begin with deterrent-oriented actions carefully tailored to produce a desired effect. The flexible deterrent option is the means by which the various diplomatic, information, military, and economic deterrent measures available to the President are included in the joint operation planning process. Also called FDO. See also deterrent options'. Previous 5 Terms: flash-to-bang time_ flatrack _ flatted cargo- fleet - fleet ballistic missile submarine Next 5 Terms: flexible response_ flight _ flight- flight - flight advisory Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.