How Would a Sociologist Explain the Recent Economic Advances of the East

question 22

Multiple Choice

How would a sociologist explain the recent economic advances of the East Asian emerging economies?

• A) Economic growth in this region took off when Russia provided generous economic aid that fueled the development of local industries.
• B) Most were part of colonial situations that imposed many hardships but also helped pave the way for economic growth.
• C) Dictatorial controls allowed for smoothly run,centrally planned economies that eschewed democratic planning as well as market mechanisms.
• D) Many of the East Asian governments shared a Buddhist philosophy of meditation that contributed to their economic advances.

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