According to constructivism, what explains the different ways in which the United States views the nuclear weapons of Britain versus those of North Korea?
A)The U.S. views Britain as our friend and North Korea as our enemy.
B)The assumption that North Korea is more likely to attack the U.S. than Britain
C)The U.S. view that there is constant uncertainty about who will use nuclear weapons against us
D)A false assumption; there is no difference in how the U.S. views the nuclear weapons of other countries

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Constructivism emphasizes the role of social relationships and identities in shaping state behavior. The U.S. views Britain's nuclear weapons differently from North Korea's because it perceives Britain as an ally and friend, while North Korea is seen as an adversary.

According to Constructivism, What Explains the Different Ways in Which