Bilateral Deterrence Theory

Question 1

What is Bilateral Deterrence Theory?

Answer 1

A theory that states that a members in a relationship are given equal power.

Question 2

What happens when two people perceive to have equal power

Answer 2

the two parties will not use coercive powers on each other.

Question 3

What is unequal power?

Answer 3

The person who perceives other with less power will use more coercive, punitive tactics.

Question 4

What do people with lower power do with unequal power?

Answer 4

They attempt to gain power or take away power.