Fearon argues that under certain conditions, states will choose war instead of peace. Which of the following do these conditions include?
a. States may choose war if they cannot reach a mutually preferable negotiated settlement with an adversary.
b. States may choose war as a means through which to show off their military might.
c. States may choose war if they think they are a good match to their adversary.
d. States may choose war to detract from their lack of good faith in honoring established agreements.
e. States may choose war as a way to camouflage their own weaknesses.
Answer: a
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