Martha Argues That Low-Income Countries Are Poor Because Their Leaders

question 8

Multiple Choice

Martha argues that low-income countries are poor because their leaders are corrupt and their strict policies deter foreign direct investment. She believes that such policies act as a barrier for poor countries when competing in global markets. In this case, which of the following theories is Martha most likely to state to support her views in explaining why inequality is universal?

• A) World-system theory
• B) Feminist theory
• C) Modernization theory
• D) Dependency theory
• E) Demographic transition theory

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