The Theory of Agent-Oriented Constructivism Emerged to Address What Weakness

question 22

Multiple Choice

The theory of agent-oriented constructivism emerged to address what weakness in the social constructivist theory of international relations?

• A)Social constructivism placed too much emphasis on the state, considering states the only important actor in international relations.
• B)Social constructivism did not account for norms, values, and shared identities.
• C)Social constructivism failed to address the complexities of state behavior, instead treating states as individuals.
• D)Social constructivists assume that even in issues of national security, states will rely on supranational institutions to achieve cooperation.

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