Why did Deputy Defense Secretary Paul Wolfowitz predict that the war in Iraq would be cheap?

A) He expected financial support from the World Bank.
B) He hoped that the European allies would contribute funding.
C) He thought that the invasion of Iraq could be conducted on a shoestring budget.
D) He expected Iraqi oil revenues to compensate the US for the full cost of the invasion.

Deputy Defense Secretary

A high-ranking official in the Department of Defense, acting as the second-in-command and assisting the Defense Secretary in policy-making and administrative duties.

Paul Wolfowitz

An American political scientist and government official, known for his service as Deputy Defense Secretary and his instrumental role in the Iraq War strategy.

Iraqi Oil Revenues

The income generated by Iraq through the export of petroleum, a crucial aspect of the country's economy.