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Which of the following statements are true about the causes of globalization?
(1) Technology is an important cause of globalization
(2) Globalization originated in the US
(3) Economic dependence alone causes globalization
(4) Globalization is caused by a particular community of people

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Among the provided statements:

(1) "Technology is an important cause of globalization" is true. Advances in technology, particularly in communication and transportation, have played a significant role in facilitating globalization by enabling the rapid exchange of information, goods, and people across the world.

While globalisation is not caused by any single factor, technology remains a critical element. There is no doubt that the invention of the telegraph, the telephone, and the microchip in more recent times has revolutionised communication between different parts of the world. When printing initially came into being it laid the basis for the creation of nationalism. So also today we should expect that technology will affect the way we think of our personal but also our collective lives. The ability of ideas, capital, commodities and people to move more easily from one part of the world to another has been made possible largely by technological advances. The pace of these flows may vary. For instance, the movement of capital and commodities will most likely be quicker and wider than the movement of peoples across different parts of the world. Globalisation, however, does not emerge merely because of the availability of improved communications. What is important is for people in different parts of the world to recognise these interconnections with the rest of the world.

(2) "Globalization originated in the US" is not accurate. Globalization is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that cannot be attributed to a single origin or country. It has historical roots in various regions and has evolved over time with contributions from many countries and societies.
(3) "Economic interdependence alone causes globalization" is not entirely true. While economic interdependence is a significant aspect of globalization, it is not the sole cause. Globalization involves various dimensions, including economic, social, cultural, and political factors.
(4) "Globalization is caused by a particular community of people" is not true. Globalization is a global process that involves interactions and interconnections among various communities, nations, and societies. It is not caused by a specific community of people but rather by a combination of factors on a global scale.

So, the true statement is (1).