If we use prisoner's dilemma to model an arms race between competing powers,which of the following best represents a player's choices,from most-preferred to least-preferred?
A) Unilateral disarmament,unilateral armament,mutual restraint,mutual armament
B) Unilateral armament,unilateral disarmament,mutual restraint,mutual armament
C) Mutual restraint,unilateral disarmament,unilateral armament,mutual armament
D) Unilateral armament,mutual restraint,mutual armament,unilateral disarmament

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In the context of an arms race modeled as a prisoner's dilemma, the most preferred outcome for a player is to arm unilaterally, gaining a strategic advantage. The next preference is mutual restraint, where both parties agree not to escalate, maintaining the status quo. The third preference is mutual armament, where both parties escalate, leading to a less desirable but stable outcome. The least preferred outcome is unilateral disarmament, where the player disarms and the opponent does not, leading to a significant strategic disadvantage.

If We Use Prisoner's Dilemma to Model an Arms Race