Which of the Following Statements About Strength in Coalitions Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about strength in coalitions is false?

• A) Those parties who have relatively fewer resources in a coalition may be stronger.
• B) The more resources one holds or controls,the more likely that he or she will be a critical coalition member.
• C) Coalition players with strength often become the center of communication networks.
• D) The more power one holds or controls,the more likely that he or she will be a central figure in pulling the coalition together and dictating its strategy.
• E) All of the above statements about strength in coalitions are true.

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Definitions:

Distressful Events

Incidents or situations that cause extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain, potentially leading to significant psychological or physical impact.

Affiliation

The connection or association with a group, organization, or cause, often determined by shared interests, goals, or identities.

Complementarity Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that positive responses elicit positive reactions and negative responses elicit negative reactions during interpersonal interactions.

Balance

A state of equilibrium where different elements are in the correct proportions or positions, often used in physical, psychological, and socio-economic contexts.