Which of the Following Is NOT a Weakness of the Society-Centered

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a weakness of the society-centered approach to understanding trade politics?

• A) It incorrectly assumes that politicians play no autonomous role in trade politics.
• B) It doesn't adequately address the motivations of noneconomic actors in trade politics.
• C) It doesn't adequately address how to measure the balance of power between interests.
• D) It gives us less guidance about how trade shapes the fortunes of different groups in society.
• E) It gives us less guidance about who will win the political battle.

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