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Comparative theories and the UK and US constitutions

David Tuck provides advice on how to use comparative theories to analyse the different natures of the UK and US constitutions

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All examination specifications require you to use comparative theories to analyse or evaluate political institutions and processes in the UK and USA. Rational, cultural and structural are the three main approaches of comparative theory that provide insights into the factors influencing political differences and outcomes.

This Exam Success provides you with an overview of what these three comparative theories are and how to use them to compare constitutional arrangements in the UK and USA.

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