Rather Than a Universal Process of Economic Deepening Across the Globe

question 22

Multiple Choice

Rather than a universal process of economic deepening across the globe, much of what we think of as globalization is simply the:

• A)integration of the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe into the world economy and political order since 1989.
• B)integration of China into the global market.
• C)liberalization of U.S.trade to allow more imports.
• D)decline of oil prices.
• E)rise of the Indian economy.

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Definitions:

Crossing Over

The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis, leading to genetic diversity.

Homologous Chromosomes

In a diploid organism, chromosomes that come in similar pairs based on their shape, size, and genetic material, with one coming from each parent.

Alleles

Various forms of the same gene, arising by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome, responsible for variation in inherited characteristics.

Offspring

The product of reproduction, a new organism produced by one or more parents.