Which of the Following Best Explains the Reason for Rise

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the reason for rise in protectionist pressures around the world during the 1980s?

• A) The strict GATT bureaucracy in Geneva controlling trade regulations
• B) The opening up of international markets to cheap products from China
• C) The fall of the Soviet Union
• D) The persistent trade deficit in the world's largest economy, the United States
• E) The economic failure of Japan which hampered the global economy

---

Definitions:

Theoretical Framework

A structure of concepts, theories, and propositions that provides a systematic view of phenomena by specifying relations among variables, with the aim of explaining and predicting phenomena.

Gender Stereotypes

Preconceived notions or beliefs about the roles, behaviors, and characteristics deemed appropriate for men and women by society, which can influence individuals’ opportunities and interactions.

Social Exchange Perspective

A theoretical framework suggesting social behavior results from an exchange process aiming to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Symbolic Interactionists

Scholars and theorists who study how people use symbols and interactions to create social realities and identities.