How is a middle power distinguished from a great power?
A)Middle powers can be large geographically but not highly industrialized,whereas great powers have the world's strongest economies to pay for military forces and other power capabilities.
B)Middle powers can be small geographically but not highly industrialized,whereas great powers cannot be small geographically.
C)Middle powers operate in a balance-of-power system,whereas great powers operate in a hegemonic system.
D)Middle powers do not have nuclear weapons,whereas great powers possess large nuclear arsenals.

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The distinction between middle powers and great powers is determined by economic strength, specifically the ability to pay for military forces and other power capabilities. Middle powers can be large geographically but not highly industrialized, whereas great powers have the world's strongest economies. The other options are not accurate distinctions between middle powers and great powers.

How Is a Middle Power Distinguished from a Great Power