A group of rebels from one country crosses a border and stages an attack on a wealthier nation’s capital. Under trade-off analysis theory, is the wealthier nation likely to attack the country where the rebels came from? No, analysis demands that war be avoided at all costs.

Yes, if the wealthier country believes the war is worth it.

Yes, a long-term war against any nation that hosts the rebel group will occur.

No, the rebel group was responsible, not the neighboring country.