Why Is Zambia an Example of Failed Potential for Economic

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why is Zambia an example of failed potential for economic development?

• A)Although Zambia experienced substantial economic development,its economic growth did not keep pace with that of South Korea.
• B)Although Zambia had substantial natural resources and a respected national leader,its economy worsened instead of improving after independence.
• C)Although Zambia's economy grew steadily,much higher economic growth was expected,because of the country's substantial natural resources.
• D)Like typical developing countries,Zambia became independent with few resources left with which to develop.
• E)Zambia's economy worsened after independence because of severe ethnic conflict.

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