In an Attempt to Restructure the World Economy Away from the Traditional

question 67

Multiple Choice

In an attempt to restructure the world economy away from the traditional dominance of the G7, ________________.

• A) informal alliances such as the BRICS were formed
• B) regional bodies such as Mercosur and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations were encouraged
• C) proposals were put forward to reform the United Nations, the World Bank, and the IMF
• D) All of the above
• E) None of the above, as the structure in place was too powerful

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