Statement I: the Dissolving of the Soviet Union in 1991

question 66

Multiple Choice

Statement I: The dissolving of the Soviet Union in 1991 resulted in a "peace dividend" for the United States that enabled us to divert tens of billions of dollars a year from military spending toward much more productive uses.
Statement II: By the end of the 20th century the United States faced no economic problems and "we were clearly at the top of our game".

• A)Statement I is true and statement II is false.
• B)Statement II is true and statement I is false.
• C)Both statements are true.
• D)Both statements are false.

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State-Centred Theory

A theoretical perspective emphasizing the central role of the state in social and economic affairs.

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