Dependency Theory Posits That

question 39

Multiple Choice

Dependency theory posits that

• A) the lack of free trade between developed countries and poor countries has hurt the poor countries.
• B) the cause of the low levels of development in poor countries is caused by their reliance and dependence on developed countries.
• C) all countries follow the same predetermined paths to development, starting from import substitution strategy to export-led growth.
• D) rich nations that are not endowed with natural resources are dependent on poor resource-rich countries for the former's consumption goods.

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