For a state's policy to have "credibility," which of the following must be the case?
A) The state must have both the incentive and the ability to act using that policy.
B) The state must have the ability,but not necessarily the incentive,to act using that policy.
C) The state must be engaged diplomatically with the target of that policy.
D) The state must have more power than the target of that policy.

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In order for a state's policy to have credibility, the state must have both the incentive (motivation to act) and the ability (capacity to act) using that policy. Without either one of these factors, the policy may not be seen as credible or effective. Diplomatic engagement or power dynamics may also play a role, but the presence of incentives and abilities are essential for credibility.

For a State's Policy to Have "Credibility," Which of the Following