In Political Science, Theories Are

question 37

Multiple Choice

In political science, theories are

• A) general explanations of how politics works.
• B) hypothetical assumptions.
• C) so abstract that they have little connection to the real world.
• D) not particularly useful in understanding international politics.

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Definitions:

Band

A relatively small and loosely organized kin-ordered group that inhabits a specific territory and that may split periodically into smaller extended family groups that are politically independent.

Resolving Disputes

The process of finding a peaceful solution to a disagreement among parties, which can involve negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or legal actions.

Mobility

The ability to move or be moved freely and easily, often referring to the movement of people across places and spaces.

Uncentralized Systems

Systems that lack a central control or authority, often leading to a more distributed and participatory form of governance or organization.