In Terms of Explaining the Causes of War, Waltz Prefers

question 34

Multiple Choice

In terms of explaining the causes of war, Waltz prefers a system level of analysis, which focuses on which of the following?

• A)How individuals come together to start a conflict
• B)The distribution of power in the international system
• C)The nature of the states themselves
• D)The interaction of state bureaucracies

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Definitions:

Control Variable

A variable that is kept constant during a research experiment to ensure that any changes observed are due to the independent variable being tested.

Hypothesized Relationship

A proposed connection or association between variables, often suggested as a basis for further empirical investigation.

Subjectivity

The quality of being based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions, as opposed to objective, measurable facts.

Research

is the process of systematically observing reality to assess the validity of a theory.