Most third image theories in international relations do not allow us to predict war and peace into the future because
A) we must also be able to predict,independently,the extent of relative deprivation.
B) at the same time,we must be able to predict the role of public opinion.
C) we also must be able to predict,independently,what conditions make war or peace more likely.
D) third image theories tell us a great deal about the actual calculations that bring states into war.

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Third image theories focus on systemic factors such as the distribution of power and the nature of the international system, but they do not provide a clear prediction of whether a particular conflict will lead to war or peace in the future. This is because various other factors, such as domestic politics or psychological factors, can also influence the outcome of conflicts. Therefore, to predict war and peace, we need to consider various other factors such as public opinion, relative deprivation, and specific conditions that make war or peace more likely. Choice C acknowledges this need for multiple factors when predicting war and peace.

Most Third Image Theories in International Relations Do Not Allow