Which of the Following Is Most Consistent with Walter Lippmann's

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most consistent with Walter Lippmann's views expressed in his book The Cold War?

• A) The Soviet Union had nothing to do with the start of the Cold War
• B) The United States must police all parts of the world to protect itself from the worldwide Soviet menace
• C) The containment doctrine is a strategic monstrosity that does not distinguish between areas vital to and areas peripheral to US security
• D) The containment doctrine will lead to nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union

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Definitions:

Negatively Related

A term referring to a type of relationship where an increase in one variable is associated with a decrease in another variable.

Cognitive Dissonance

Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values, often leading to changes in beliefs or attitudes to reduce the discomfort.

Cognitive Congruence

The alignment between an individual's thoughts, values, beliefs, and behaviors, leading to a state of harmony or consistency in their cognitive processes.

Nonreciprocity

A situation where there is an unequal exchange or one party does not respond in kind to the actions of another.