Which of the Following Is True About Inequality on a Global

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about inequality on a global level?

• A) The poor are more vulnerable to natural disasters caused by climate change in poor countries, but not rich ones.
• B) Lifespans are increasing in poor countries and people in poorer countries no longer die from preventable infections.
• C) Technological advances allow everyone around the world to profit in world economy.
• D) There is enough food in the world to feed everyone and the technological ability to ship it anywhere, yet millions of people are malnourished.

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