Which of the Following Is One of the Main Reasons

question 173

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the main reasons that Pakistan has had a difficult time achieving economic growth?

• A) Its landlocked position makes it difficult for the nation to engage in trade.
• B) Its economy is almost solely dependent on the information-technology industry.
• C) It is burdened by high levels of military spending.
• D) Its ongoing war with Afghanistan has sapped the nation's economy.
• E) Its "bubble" economy has collapsed.

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