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What was the prevailing economic theory of the state before 1776?
What was the prevailing economic theory of the state before 1776?
- Liberalism
- Mercantilism (correct)
- Protectionism
- Marxism
According to Robert Gilpin, what are the two forms of mercantilism?
According to Robert Gilpin, what are the two forms of mercantilism?
- Defensive and Aggressive (correct)
- Nationalist and Globalist
- Liberal and Marxist
- Capitalist and Socialist
What is the primary goal of mercantilism, according to the text?
What is the primary goal of mercantilism, according to the text?
- To promote free trade
- To eliminate monopolies
- To build a strong state (correct)
- To protect individual rights
What is the relationship between economic strength and military-political power, according to mercantilism?
What is the relationship between economic strength and military-political power, according to mercantilism?
What is the outcome of the international system, according to mercantilism?
What is the outcome of the international system, according to mercantilism?
What is the main difference between mercantilism and liberalism, according to the text?
What is the main difference between mercantilism and liberalism, according to the text?
According to Marxist theory, what is the driving force of human society?
According to Marxist theory, what is the driving force of human society?
What is a problem associated with free markets, according to the text?
What is a problem associated with free markets, according to the text?
What is the title of the book written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels?
What is the title of the book written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels?
What is a consequence of companies using 'free goods' such as air and fresh water?
What is a consequence of companies using 'free goods' such as air and fresh water?
What is a criticism of free markets, according to the text?
What is a criticism of free markets, according to the text?
What is the main idea of Marxist theory in relation to human nature?
What is the main idea of Marxist theory in relation to human nature?
According to Marxist Theory, what is the primary motivation behind wars?
According to Marxist Theory, what is the primary motivation behind wars?
What is the main argument of Dependency Theory?
What is the main argument of Dependency Theory?
According to Marxist Theory, what is the ultimate outcome of the class struggle?
According to Marxist Theory, what is the ultimate outcome of the class struggle?
What is the main critique of liberalism and realism in Marxist and World Systems Theories?
What is the main critique of liberalism and realism in Marxist and World Systems Theories?
According to World Systems Theory, how do countries interact with each other?
According to World Systems Theory, how do countries interact with each other?
What is the primary driver of human behavior according to Marxist Theory?
What is the primary driver of human behavior according to Marxist Theory?
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