Pinker and Dempsey Drew Different Conclusions on Whether Contemporary International

question 36

Multiple Choice

Pinker and Dempsey drew different conclusions on whether contemporary international relations is more peaceful than it was in the past because

• A) one drew on the philosophical tradition while the other used a historical approach.
• B) one was a realist while the other was a constructivist.
• C) neither used the behavioral approach,which would have led them to reach the same conclusions because of its focus on empirical data.
• D) they were examining different data.

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Definitions:

Sanctions

Penalties or coercive measures imposed by countries or institutions to enforce obedience or regulate behavior.

Norms Enforced

The process by which social norms or expectations are upheld and followed within a society or group.

Moral Holiday

A specified time period during which some norm violations are allowed.

Negative Sanctions

Penalties or punishments imposed on individuals or groups to discourage nonconformity to societal norms or laws, ranging from informal disapproval to formal legal penalties.