Which type of amphibious operation is designed to deceive the enemy into committing to an unfavorable course of action?

A demonstration is specifically designed to create a deceptive appearance to mislead the enemy. Its purpose is to showcase force or activities that do not result in landing troops on the shore or conducting a sustained operation. By presenting a show of force, a demonstration can entice the enemy to react in a way that may ultimately disadvantage them, such as deploying resources or troops in anticipation of a full-scale assault that may never occur.

This tactic plays on the psychological aspect of warfare, where the intention is to manipulate enemy expectations and decision-making processes. By drawing attention, the friendly forces can create openings or distractions that enable them to execute other operations elsewhere more effectively.

In contrast, the other options are more straightforward operations designed for direct engagement or actions intended to achieve specific objectives, rather than primarily focusing on deception.