Question

question 28 of 33
which statement best describes both an advantage and a disadvantage countries face when joining an intergovernmental organization?
a. igos help states build stronger international relationships, but each state may be a member of only one at a time.
b. igos allow countries to save money on their own defense but are generally biased in favor of developing countries interests.
c. igos allow small countries to wield more power by working together, but those countries are forced to give up independent control of their militaries.
d. igos can help solve disputes between countries but can create conflict if some members refuse to obey their rules.

Explanation:

• Option A: States can be members of multiple IGOs simultaneously. So this option is incorrect.
• Option B: IGOs are not generally biased in favor of developing countries' interests. This option is wrong.
• Option C: IGOs do not force countries to give up independent control of their militaries. This option is incorrect.
• Option D: IGOs have the potential to solve disputes (advantage) but if members don't obey rules, conflict can arise (disadvantage). This option is correct.

Answer:

D. IGOs can help solve disputes between countries but can create conflict if some members refuse to obey their rules.