Imperial overreach refers to
A) the tendency of emperors to grab food from the plates of those seated next to them
B) efforts to colonize Mars
C) the proclivity of declining hegemons to sustain their global power by emphasizing the use of their military capabilities
D) the repeated efforts of European empire-builders to conquer Russia
E) none of the above

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Imperial overreach refers to the tendency of declining hegemons to sustain their global power by emphasizing the use of their military capabilities, leading to their ultimate downfall. This has been observed in historical examples such as the Roman Empire and the British Empire. It can lead to a situation where the costs of maintaining a global empire outweigh the benefits, resulting in economic and political instability.

Imperial Overreach Refers to