Realists Believe States Make Decisions and Policies on Security with Three

question 17

Multiple Choice

Realists believe states make decisions and policies on security with three primary goals.  Which of the following is NOT one of those?

• A) Arming themselves
• B) Forming or severing alliances with other countries
• C) Sharing common goals with countries that have similar values
• D) Controlling their destinies through military approaches and coercive diplomacy

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