Which Is Possibly a Realist Explanation for Why States Engage

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which is possibly a realist explanation for why states engage in balancing behavior?

• A)They do not trust each other due to the anarchic nature of the international system.
• B)They believe that a balance of power provides perpetual peace.
• C)They are trying to maintain instability in the international system.
• D)They believe that a balance of power ensures interstate cooperation.

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The technique a firm uses to ascertain the optimal pricing and production levels for achieving maximum profit.

Short Run

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