What Is a Distinguishing Feature or Quality of a Complex

question 50

Multiple Choice

What is a distinguishing feature or quality of a complex adaptive system?

• A) can change itself in response to the environment
• B) dynamic connections
• C) ecologically sound
• D) relationships between parts
• E) unaffected by surrounding environment

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Definitions:

Rich Countries

Nations with high gross domestic product (GDP) per capita, indicating a high level of economic prosperity and standard of living.

Colonialism

The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Economic Growth

The increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time, usually measured by the rise in Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Dependency Theory

A theory suggesting that economic disparities between countries are the result of the exploitation of poorer countries by wealthier ones, leading to a state of dependency.