Why Might the Commonality of Authoritarian Regimes in the Developing

question 21

Multiple Choice

Why might the commonality of authoritarian regimes in the developing world fail to suggest high levels of autonomy,even though on the surface it appears that this should be the case?

• A)The fear of revolution at the street level keeps these regimes beholden to the will of the people.
• B)Neocolonialism transfers power over policy from these regimes to outside actors like developed democracies.
• C)These regimes often lose their independence through corruption to groups that exploit them as a resource.
• D)Very low levels of income for these regimes and their top officials reduce their ability to act independently.

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