Proxy wars are most likely to be fought under which of these conditions?
a. When mutually assured destruction fails to provide an adequate amount of deterrence
b. When economic competition is more important in the international system than military competition
c. When the alliances in a multipolar system are so fluid that leaders cannot be sure who is really on their side
d. When great powers have so much destructive capacity that it is irrational for them to fight each other directly
Correct Answer: d
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A. twenty-five years. B. thirty years. C. thirty-five years. D. forty years. E. forty-five years.
Which of the following statements about political parties in Texas traditionally has been correct?
a. Political parties are especially weak organizationally. b. Political parties are especially strong from an organizational point of view. c. Minor parties often turn into major parties. d. The party organization is the key factor in deciding who is nominated to office. e. Most candidates rely on the party for funds and organizing assistance.
Which statement best describes the decision in Wickard v. Filburn?
a. Congress can regulate any activity that has a substantial effect on interstate commerce. b. Congress can only regulate commercial activity that actually reaches over state lines. c. States can regulate any product that crosses state lines. d. Congress can regulate activity that has a minimal impact on interstate commerce. e. States can regulate any activity that has a substantial effect on interstate commerce.
Tracking surveys are __________
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