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Which of the following methods can a government use to respond to threats? (Select all that apply)
What does security refer to?
Freedom from threats, protecting core values.
Match the following components of traditional security with their descriptions:
Deterrence = Preventing war through policy Defense = Limiting or ending war Balance of Power = Maintaining a balanced relationship between larger and smaller countries
Study Notes
Meaning of Security
- Security is freedom from threats, protecting core values.
- Security is essential for every part of a system; destroying one element may destroy the entire system.
Traditional Notions of Security
- The greatest threat to a nation's traditional security is military action by another country, harming sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
Responding to Threats
- A government can respond to threats in three main ways:
- Surrender
- Deterrence (raising the costs of war to unacceptable levels for the opposing side)
- Defense (fighting back to prevent the aggressor's objectives and defeat their forces)
Components of Traditional Security
- Four key components of traditional security are:
- Deterrence: Preventing war through policy.
- Defense: Limiting or ending war.
- Balance of Power: Maintaining a balanced relationship between larger and smaller countries.
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Explore the essential components and responses associated with traditional security. This quiz covers key concepts such as deterrence, defense, and the balance of power. Test your understanding of how nations protect their sovereignty and respond to threats.
