How did balance of power politics help cause the Seven Years' War?

A. The balance of power system strengthened monarchies and thus made monarchs eager to expand their domains.

B. Generals were eager to begin armed conflict in order to assume positions of political power.

C. As nations continually maneuvered for advantage, war would break out when negotiations failed.

D. Because each European nation stood on its own without allies, there were more flash points for hostilities.

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How did balance of power politics help cause the Seven Years' War?

A. The balance of power system strengthened monarchies and thus made monarchs eager to expand their domains.

B. Generals were eager to begin armed conflict in order to assume positions of political power.

C. As nations continually maneuvered for advantage, war would break out when negotiations failed.

D. Because each European nation stood on its own without allies, there were more flash points for hostilities.