Which of the Following Statements About European Union Expansion in Recent

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about European Union expansion in recent decades is accurate?

• A) Expansion has resulted in a population shift to the north and east.
• B) Expansion has been accompanied by immigration westward and company relocation eastward.
• C) Most new members are able to add significant wealth that props up the welfare systems of original members.
• D) Turkey has begun negotiations to become a future member, though if accepted it would be one of the smaller and poorer states.

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