In the prisoner's dilemma situation, it is always rational to

a. confess (defect), since by confessing you are better off no matter what your opponent does.
b. not confess (not defect), since by cooperating with the other player you will get off without a penalty.
c. confess, in order to get the sucker (saint) payment.
d. not confess (not defect), since you know the other player will never defect.

A

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Liberals argue that international organizations promote cooperation and peace while realists argue that international organizations ________

a. serve only the interests of the major powers b. need more support from international law c. disproportionately aid developing countries d. generate resentment over unfair trade e. cause more war than peace

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Political goods are defined as

a. corporate needs whose fulfillment makes government valuable. b. the core responsibilities, obligations and duties of citizens. c. the functions and purposes for which government exists. d. the ability of a state to actively participate in the international community.

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