What Is the Key Difference Between the Liberal Theory of Collective

question 51

Multiple Choice

What is the key difference between the liberal theory of collective security and the realist idea of deterrence?

• A) In liberal theory,states are more likely to calculate their interests collectively as shared interests rather than individually.
• B) Collective security requires a balance of power,while realist ideas of deterrence do not.
• C) The realist idea of deterrence requires the existence of a hegemon,while liberal ideas of collective security do not.
• D) There are no similarities at all between the liberal theory of collective security and the realist idea of deterrence.

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