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What is the state of war?
Correct answer: B. The conditions when there is no actual conflict but a permanent cold war that could become a "real" war at any time
- A. A state that is aggressive and always building up its military
- B. The conditions when there is no actual conflict but a permanent cold war that could become a "real" war at any time
- C. A situation in which several or neighbouring states are at war
- D. None of the options given are correctSend Money Overseas
Explanation
In realist and Hobbesian usage, a state of war can exist without active fighting when states remain in a condition of insecurity and permanent readiness for conflict. Option b captures this continuing possibility of actual war.
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