The Term "Soft Power" Refers to

question 28

Multiple Choice

The term "soft power" refers to

• A)any unsuccessful attempt by one nation to influence another.
• B)military tactics and technologies that are designed to minimize civilian causalities.
• C)efforts by one nation to influence the people and governments of other nations by persuasion rather than coercion.
• D)any policy tool that has declined in influence over time.

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Definitions:

Law of Effect

A psychological principle stating that behaviors followed by satisfying consequences tend to be repeated, while those followed by unpleasant consequences are less likely to be repeated.

Tone

The quality or character of sound.

Shock

A sudden and often intense disturbance of the mind, emotions, or sensibility due to a traumatic event or unexpected news.

Informational Value

The usefulness or relevance of data or information in decision-making or problem-solving processes.