Since the Collapse of Communism at the End of the 1980s

question 11

Multiple Choice

Since the collapse of communism at the end of the 1980s, the erstwhile communist nations have transformed their economies by globalizing their markets. This involves _____.

• A) regulating markets
• B) privatizing state-owned enterprises
• C) decreasing competition
• D) reducing foreign investment

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Definitions:

Thomas Szasz

A psychiatrist known for his critiques of psychiatry and the concept of mental illness.

Learned Helplessness

A condition in which a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, stemming from a traumatic event or persistent failure to succeed, leading to decreased motivation and learning ability.

Etiology

The investigation into the origins and causes of diseases or medical conditions.

Martin Seligman

A psychologist known for his work on positive psychology, learned helplessness, and well-being.