Realists are:
Correct answer: B. Supporters of war when it is necessary to further a rational understanding of the national interest
- A. Advocates of aggressive foreign policy and war
- B. Supporters of war when it is necessary to further a rational understanding of the national interest
- C. Concerned with economic development place
- D. Afraid terrorism will make the world a less secure placeCompare Local Schools
Explanation
Realists do not glorify war or regard aggression as an end in itself; they accept force when it is judged necessary for a rationally defined national interest. This distinguishes realism from militarism.
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