Rationalism Flashcards
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Rationalism
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approach that emphasizes logic, reason, and the use of scientific methods to understand and explain global politics.
2
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states are
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the primary actors in the international system and act as rational entities, making decisions based on cost-benefit analysis to maximize their interests.
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views global politics as
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governed by rules and structures
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Rationalist methods often involve
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formal modeling, game theory, and statistical analysis to predict outcomes like alliances, conflicts, or trade agreements.
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underpins
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mainstream theories such as realism and liberalism
