Explain Why Argentina, One of the World's Richest Countries at the Start

question 13

Essay

Explain why Argentina, one of the world's richest countries at the start of the twentieth century, has become progressively poorer relative to the industrial countries. [An alternative question: What explains Argentina's regress from riches to rags?
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Definitions:

Arteriosclerosis

A condition marked by thickened and hardened arteries, often leading to restricted blood flow.

Thrombus

A blood clot that forms in a vessel and remains there, which can lead to vascular blockage and health complications.

Tumors

Abnormal masses of tissue that form when cells grow and divide more than they should or do not die when they should.

Ulcer

An open sore or lesion, typically found in the stomach or duodenal lining, often caused by infection with H. pylori bacteria or prolonged use of NSAIDs.