In a zero-sum game,

A. there is no point in communication or cooperation between the players because their interests are diametrically opposed
B. communication between players is rare because their interests are already in sync
C. there is no point in communication or cooperation between the players because their interests are already in sync
D. coordination of moves can maximize the total payoff to the players

Related Mcqs:

Why are game-theoretic approaches so suited to ‘neo-neo’ work?
A. Because game-theoretic approaches are easier to understand
B. Game-theoretic approaches are not suited to realist work
C. Because this approach allows an analysis of relative and absolute gains, which is a central point of the ‘neo-neo’ debate
D. None of the above
Under the SAFTA, member countries will reduce customs duties of all traded goods to zero by the year:
A. 2016
B. 2020
C. 2018
D. 2014
If liberal states don’t go to war with one another how does this undermine Realism?
A. Because this world challenge the realist claim that periods of peace are just a preparation for future wars
B. It does not undermine realism, since realism predicts they will not go to war with one another
C. Because it would challenge the principle of self-help, by which the structure of the system does not permit friendship, trust and honour
D. Both a and c
According to realists,
A. states act like rational individuals who “think” in pursuing national interests
B. nations think multilaterally in most situations
C. human nature is essentially good
D. a state’s power is best determined by the size of its territory
_________ refers to the number of independent power centers that exist in the international system.
A. Power distribution
B. Power center
C. Power shift
D. Polarity
_________ is the ability to convert one element of power into another.
A. Hegemony
B. Power conversion
C. Relative power
D. Fungible capability
What do realists see as the most important element of national power in the short term?
A. population
B. real GDP
C. geography
D. military force
The Munich Agreement of 1938 with Adolph Hitler is synonymous with:
A. the policy of containment
B. realist philosophy
C. neorealist strategy
D. the policy of appeasement
How does Realism understand the concept of power?
A. Power is based on economic strength
B. Power is a relational concept
C. Power is a relative concept
D. Power is a relational concept and power is a relative concept
What is understood by “survival”?
A. The need to provide shelter, nutrition and education in a state
B. It is the supreme national interest to which all political leader must adhere
C. The primary objective of all states
D. Both b and c