________ posits that states define their interests in terms of power,while ________ argues that states' interests are malleable and ever-changing.
A) realism; constructivism
B) liberalism; realism
C) constructivism; liberalism
D) realism; liberalism

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Realism posits that states prioritize their interests in terms of power and security, while constructivism argues that states' interests are not fixed but rather are socially constructed and influenced by factors such as culture and ideas. Therefore, A) is the correct answer. B) and C) are incorrect as liberalism and constructivism both emphasize the importance of non-power factors in defining state interests, while D) is partially correct but does not capture the full spectrum of differing beliefs on state interests.

________ Posits That States Define Their Interests in Terms of Power,while