China's Failure to Become the First Industrialized Nation Despite Her

question 22

Multiple Choice

China's failure to become the first industrialized nation despite her technological equality with western Europe in 1500 indicates:

• A) that technological advance depends on far more than a society's overall capability
• For such advance
• B) that China probably possessed characteristics that constituted serious obstacles to further technological development
• C) both of these
• D) neither of these

---

Definitions:

Close Relationships

Bonds between people characterized by feelings of affection, support, and deep connection.

Small Classes

Educational settings with a low student-to-teacher ratio, believed to enhance personalized learning and academic performance.

Financial Circumstances

An individual's or entity's current financial situation, including income, assets, debts, and expenses.

Social Connections

The relationships an individual has with others, including friends, family, coworkers, and other social networks, which can influence one's health and well-being.