Which of the Following Provides the Best Explanation of Why

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following provides the best explanation of why low-income countries generally remain poor?

• A) Their institutional arrangements and policies often discourage productive activity and reduce the potential gains from specialization and exchange.
• B) They are oppressed by developed nations that benefit from the cheap goods available from countries with low wage rates.
• C) They are poorly endowed with natural resources, which are essential for long-term rapid growth.
• D) When the average income level is low, workers have little incentive to earn higher incomes.

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Definitions:

Contract

A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that creates mutual obligations enforceable by law.

Remedies

Legal means used to enforce a right or redress a harm, including monetary damages and injunctions.

Misrepresented

Incorrectly or falsely presented information, often leading to a misunderstanding or an erroneous basis for a contract or agreement.

Equitable Remedy

A court-ordered action aimed at achieving fairness, such as injunctions or specific performance, rather than monetary compensation.