Military Intervention Game in the Strategic Game Shown in Figure 1, Below, the 1

question 41

Multiple Choice

Military Intervention Game
In the strategic game shown in Figure 1, below, the military in some unidentified country is split between those who wish to intervene in the political system and launch a coup (overthrowing the civilian government) and those who wish to maintain their apolitical position as members of the armed forces. Both military factions prefer that the military act as a cohesive unit, however.
Figure 1: Normal Form Military Intervention Game
A similar situation between two military factions is shown in the extensive form game shown below. The key difference with the earlier game is that the faction that wishes to take over the civilian government makes the first move.
Figure 2: Extensive Form Military Intervention Game

-What is the subgame perfect Nash equilibrium?

• A) Launch coup; Launch coup, Launch coup
• B) Stay out; Launch coup, Stay out
• C) Launch coup; Launch coup, Stay out
• D) Launch coup, Launch coup and Stay out; Stay out

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Definitions:

Defined Roles

Specific, allocated functions or responsibilities assigned to individuals within a group or organization to facilitate effective operations.

Mutual Personality Conflict

A situation where individuals' personalities clash, leading to tensions and disagreements within personal or professional relationships.

Out-group

A group of individuals who are not part of the primary in-group, often perceived as different or outside the main group.

In-group

Refers to a group with which an individual identifies and feels a part of, often leading to a sense of belonging and loyalty.