It Is Easy for a Hegemon to Engage in Unilateralism

question 35

Multiple Choice

It is easy for a hegemon to engage in unilateralism, or an approach to foreign policy that relies on independent, self-help strategies in foreign policy.  What might be the downside to pursuing unilateralism as a foreign policy strategy?

• A) The hegemon might be viewed as an international bully who seeks to run the world.
• B) It can lead to international sentiment against the hegemon.
• C) It can be difficult to get international support and cooperation on global issues, such as terrorism.
• D) All of these are potential downsides to this strategy.

Recognize the steps and psychological barriers involved in helping behavior during emergencies.

Understand the social and psychological benefits of conformity and obedience.

Grasp the theoretical underpinnings of kin selection and its effects on altruistic behavior.

Distinguish between equity and equality and their application in social situations.

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Definitions:

Permanent Difference

Transactions that cause a difference between the tax basis and the book value of assets and liabilities, which will not reverse over time.

Interperiod Tax Allocation

The process of allocating income taxes over different accounting periods due to temporary differences between financial accounting and tax reporting.

Intraperiod Tax Allocation

The process of allocating income taxes between different parts of the financial statements within the same fiscal period.

FASB Statement No.109

A standard issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board relating to income tax accounting.