What are the main differences between ‘offensive’ and ‘defensive’ realists?
AOffensive realists emphasize the importance of relative power and are always wary of expansionary power Defensive realists recognize the cost of war and are more open to cooperation, but realize that weapons will always be needed given the existence of expansionary powers
BOffensive realists prefer pre-emptive attacks, defensive realists will only go to war to defend themselves
COffensive realists are advocates of free trade and international cooperation, while defensive realists propose protectionist measures and isolationism
DOffensive realists are more contemporary, defensive realists are more traditional
Correct answer
A. Offensive realists emphasize the importance of relative power and are always wary of expansionary power Defensive realists recognize the cost of war and are more open to cooperation, but realize that weapons will always be needed given the existence of expansionary powers
Explanation
The correct answer is Offensive realists emphasize the importance of relative power and are always wary of expansionary power Defensive realists recognize the cost of war and are more open to cooperation, but realize that weapons will always be needed given the existence of expansionary powers.