Globalization is accompanied by pervasive uncertainty because
a. consumer preferences can shift suddenly.
b. in human systems, people routinely try to gain political advantage precisely by acting unpredictably.
c. nonstate actors differ from states and are less likely to behave rationally.
d. information technology has increased the amount of information available to policymakers.
e. ordinary people are more able to participate in global networks.
Answer: b
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