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When assessing naval power, a common method is to compare the number of warships each country possesses. Though China may lead in the overall total, the United States has a superior quantity of large warships suited for naval warfare. China's fleet includes a significant number of lighter vessels—frigates and coastal patrol vessels—that might be effective in coastal operations near Taiwan. However, in most scenarios, the US Navy can significantly outdeploy its naval assets when necessary.