Part IV:  Long Essay Answer one of the following essay questions Describe the major characteristics of two of the major theories of international political economy: mercantilism, liberalism, and Marxism.   According to the realist paradigm in international relations, what are the major obstacles to international cooperation?   Please state which question you are answering in the textbox

An international relations researcher who sees international institutions such as the United Nations as being of high importance, is more than likely to be associated with the _________ of the ____________.

Part III:  Short Answers Answer two the following questions. What is the prisoner’s dilemma? What are some mechanisms or strategies that states can use to avoid or escape the prisoner’s dilemma?   What are norms? Provide one concrete example of the impact of a norm on international politics.   Describe how two-level games work and how they can influence international politics. Provide at least one historical or contemporary example of a two-level game.   Discuss the difference between bandwagoning and balancing behavior. What are the implications of each for international peace and stability?   Please state what question you are answering in the each textbox

Part II: Identifications Briefly (3-4 sentences) identify four of the following items.  Define each term and explain its significance in international relations. Balance of power Anarchy Soft power Comparative advantage Organizational process model   Please state what term you are answering in each textbox.

The Code section that prohibits running track lighting through walls or partitions is NEC ____________________.

What are the two basic types of dimmers?

A single receptacle on a 20-ampere individual branch circuit must be rated ____________________.

The normal balance of liability is:

If Bourne Company paid $200,000 cash to its suppliers, retained earnings would be reduced by $200,000.

ANSWER IN YOUR OWN WORDS – Mrs. Spurlin’s grandfather has been a cigarette smoker for over 30 years. He has developed a condition called emphysema, which results in loss of elastic recoil of the lung tissue. Would this make inspiration or expiration more difficult? Explain your answer.