World-systems theory argues that the world system changes very slowly and that through a long series of changes, the United States is now at the top of the chain. Since this too must change, what are world-systems theorists suggesting as the next stage?
A) the collapse of the world economy
B) the expansion of capitalism into the world's poorest regions
C) the rise of China as the world's economic superpower
D) a sharing of economic power among many different nations

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World-systems theorists suggest that the next stage of the world system will involve a diffusion of economic power among multiple nations, rather than being concentrated solely in one country or region. This may involve the rise of new economic powers and increased competition between different nations.

World-Systems Theory Argues That the World System Changes Very Slowly