Rational choice theorists argue that democratic political institutions have two effects on their leaders that make them cautious about going to war with one another. One reason is that democratic states are more likely to win wars. What is the second reason?
A)That democratic leaders have a greater sensitivity to the political costs of losing a war
B)That citizens in a democracy are unlikely to support their government's war efforts
C)That democracies are less likely to have the economic strength to fight protracted wars
D)That other democracies will intervene to prevent conflict

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Democratic leaders are more sensitive to the political costs of losing a war because their political survival depends on public support, which can diminish significantly if a war is perceived as unnecessary or if it results in a loss.

Rational Choice Theorists Argue That Democratic Political Institutions Have Two