A political scientist who uses an ideational approach to
political explanation would make which of the following recommendations for the U.S. effort of state building in Afghanistan?
a. Distribute money in remote parts of the country to help heads of household start small businesses.
b. Increase the amount of money spent on aiding local governments to build schools and other public facilities.
c. Bring tribal leaders together to write a constitution, design a flag, and write an official history for Afghanistan.
d. Create a quota system that divides government jobs among the various tribes of Afghanistan proportionally to their population.
Correct Answer: c
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