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Which of the following statements about constructivism in international relations is true?
Which of the following statements about constructivism in international relations is true?
- It focuses on the role of international institutions in shaping state behavior
- It argues that international relations are primarily determined by material factors such as military power and economic interests
- It emphasizes the importance of state power in shaping international relations
- It posits that international relations are socially constructed and shaped by ideas and norms (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a constructivist approach to understanding international relations?
Which of the following is an example of a constructivist approach to understanding international relations?
- Studying the role of international law in shaping state behavior (correct)
- Focusing on the military capabilities of states
- Analyzing the balance of power between states
- Examining the economic interdependence between states
Which of the following is a criticism of constructivism in international relations?
Which of the following is a criticism of constructivism in international relations?
- It is too focused on the actions of individual states rather than systemic factors
- It fails to provide clear policy prescriptions for addressing international problems
- It overemphasizes the role of ideas and norms in shaping state behavior
- It neglects the importance of material factors such as military power and economic interests (correct)
