Held and McGrew identified three different perspectives on globalization. Which of the following statements best characterize a transformationalist perspective?

A. Globalization is an inevitable development which cannot be resisted or
significantly influenced by human intervention.
B. Globalization is influenced particularly through traditional political
institutions, such as nation-states.
C. Globalization as a new phase has been exaggerated because most economic
and social activity is regional, rather than global.
D. Globalization represents a significant shift, but there is still significant scope
for national, local and other agencies.


D. Globalization represents a significant shift, but there is still significant scope
for national, local and other agencies.

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