What is the difference between balancing and bandwagoning, according to Walt?

a. Balancing is the more successful strategy.
b. Balancing is rational, while bandwagoning is irrational.
c. Bandwagoning is a less dangerous strategy than balancing.
d. Bandwagoning occurs only when a threat emerges, whereas balancing is the natural state of the international system.
e. Balancing involves aligning with others against a prevailing threat, while bandwagoning involves aligning with the threat itself.


Answer: e

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