In the Comparative Political Analysis box, the authors conclude that:
a. ethnic diversity is a root cause of civil wars.
b. state weakness is a root cause of civil wars.
c. religious diversity is a root cause of civil wars.
d. nationalist conflict within states is a root cause of civil wars.
Answer: b
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