The Results from the Initial Debt-Reduction Programs Were Disappointing

question 29

Multiple Choice

The results from the initial debt-reduction programs were disappointing.Debt-service burdens actually increased for the poorest countries in spite of reducing foreign debt by around

• A) $10 billion.
• B) $30 billion.
• C) $60 billion.
• D) $90 billion.
• E) $150 billion.

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