Author Question: Why might a state choose war over peace, according to Fearon? a. A state may pursue war as a ... (Read 249 times)

nummyann · **on:** Sep 10, 2018

Why might a state choose war over peace, according to Fearon?

a. A state may pursue war as a power play.
b. A state might be more concerned with political prowess than safety of citizens.
c. A state might gain more by fighting than by a negotiated settlement.
d. A state might have imperfect information about how its abilities and resolve compare to that of its adversary.
e. A state may be unwilling to invest in the time it takes to establish peace agreements.

Question 2

From Fearon's perspective, why is it preferable for states to choose peace over war?

a. War always has costs.
b. Preparation for war is far greater than preparation for peace.
c. States generally have enough information about the adversary to guarantee peaceful relations.
d. The choice of peace ensures a negotiated settlement between states.
e. Peace treaties always produce better consequences than war.