The Political Power of Prussia by the Time of Frederick

question 69

Multiple Choice

The political power of Prussia by the time of Frederick II was based on

• A)naval dominance of the Baltic trade.
• B)exports of coal from Silesia.
• C)its large and powerful military.
• D)skillful diplomacy in avoiding war with its neighbors.
• E)successful royal marriages with the British throne.

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Definitions:

Chicken Tactic

A negotiation strategy where one party adopts a dangerous or risky position in the hope that the opposing party will yield or concede first.

Bluff

A strategy in negotiations or games where one pretends to have a stronger position or intent than is actually true.

Deadline

A fixed or set time by which something must be completed or submitted.

Disruptive Action Tactics

Strategies intended to disrupt or destabilize the status quo in negotiations or competitions, to gain advantage.