A developing nation-state with relatively little global political power is growing increasingly concerned with the political climate of a more powerful, highly developed nation-state because, in an era of globalization, the decisions of this more powerful nation-state will likely affect the future of the citizens in both countries. This is an example of what Ulrich Beck calls:
A) manufactured risk.
B) risk society.
C) external risk.
D) shared risk.

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Ulrich Beck coined the term "risk society" to describe a growing awareness of and concern for various global risks that are produced by human activity, such as environmental degradation, nuclear disasters, and economic collapse. This scenario fits with this concept, as the smaller nation-state is concerned about the potential risks that could be produced by the decisions of a more powerful nation-state, highlighting the interconnectivity of global politics and the need for cooperative risk management. The other options are not applicable to this scenario, as manufactured risks refer to risks that are intentionally produced, external risks refer to risks posed by nature or external forces, and shared risks describe risks that are borne by multiple parties in a shared endeavor.

A Developing Nation-State with Relatively Little Global Political Power Is