How does Ratner describe the U.S. position toward the enforcement of international norms through such organizations as the UN and the WTO?

a. It opposes all enforcement of international norms for fear that said norms will one day be used against it.
b. It encourages enforcement only as long as it serves U.S. interests but opposes enforcement of those same norms against itself.
c. Even though the United States is the world's sole superpower, it cannot defy international norms without the fear of sanctions.
d. It pays more dues than other member states in these organizations in hopes of influencing policy outcomes in the enforcement of international norms.
e. It opposes the existence of an organization that espouses international norms for fear that said organization, such as the United Nations, will rival U.S. power.


Answer: b

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