What lesson can be taken from the trade sanctions against South Africa over apartheid in the 1980s, as contrasted with those taken against Russia for its intervention in Ukraine in 2014?
a. Economic interdependence is a zero-sum game as was seen in the case of Ukraine, and to a lesser extent, South Africa.
b. Economic interdependence is a reversible phenomenon in certain situations, but not in others.
c. Military interdependence and economic interdependence are linked, but not always perfectly.
d. Economic interdependence can be used as a weapon, but its effectiveness is mixed, since sanctions helped end apartheid in South Africa, while not leading Russia to exit Crimea.
Answer: D
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