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bobypop

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Define theory. How are theories useful in understanding world politics? What applications can theories have in making international policy? What are the drawbacks of relying on a single theory to inform policy making?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which theory of international relations is completely satisfactory in describing international relations in the world today?
 
  a. Realism
  b. Liberalism
  c. Constructivism
  d. No single theory can account for all facets of world politics; we must draw on all of them to understand theworld around us.



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Answer to Question 1

A theory is a set of conclusions derived from assumptions and evidence about some
phenomenon, including its character, causes, probable consequences, and ethical
implications. Theories provide a map, or frame of reference, that makes the complex,
puzzling world around us intelligible. For policy makers, theory has three important
applications (Jentleson and Ratner, 2011):
Diagnostic value. Helps policy makers assess issues they face by facilitating
their ability to discern patterns and focus on important causal factors.
Prescriptive value. Provides a framework for conceptualizing strategies and
policy responses.
Lesson-drawing value. Facilitates critical assessment so that policy makers
reach accurate conclusions about the successes and failures of a policy.

Answer to Question 2

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