Which of the Following Is True Concerning the Growth Record

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning the growth record of less developed countries (LDCs) during the last several decades?

• A) The per capita GDP of several poverty stricken African countries was lower in 2009 than in 1980.
• B) None of the LDCs have been able to match the per capita income growth rate of the United States.
• C) During the last two decades, the fastest growing countries in the world (those with annual real growth rates of 3.5 percent or more) have been LDCs.
• D) Both a and c are correct.
• E) All of the above are correct.

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