What Is the Major Underlying Assumption of the Core-Periphery Model

question 74

Multiple Choice

What is the major underlying assumption of the core-periphery model?

• A)that the wealth of the developed core will eventually diffuse to the less developed periphery
• B)that the core and periphery will work together to eliminate uneven development
• C)that the less developed periphery will eventually revolt against the wealthier core
• D)that the developed core achieved its wealth primarily by taking advantage of the southern periphery, through either colonialism or imperialism
• E)that the different levels of development between the core and the periphery are caused by the relative levels of natural resources in each area

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