Question

Which conditions most likely account for extreme poverty and economic disparity in Southeast Asia?

A. **?
scarcity of natural resources to support farming and industry

B.
lack of interest in trade and commercial partnerships

C.
isolationism that limits exposure to modern technologies

D.
competition among workers for too few jobs and low wages

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The correct answer is A. scarcity of natural resources to support farming and industry. Southeast Asia has limited arable land and natural resources, which can lead to difficulties in agricultural productivity and industrial growth. This scarcity can contribute to extreme poverty and economic disparity in the region.