Which of the following correctly analyzes how colonial economics led to long-term challenges for newly independent states?(1 point)
A. Colonial powers invested in many different economic sectors in the regions they colonized, which continued after their independence.
B. Colonial powers set up economic relationships benefiting both sides, which continued after states became independent.
C. Colonial powers built extensive infrastructure but dismantled it when they left so local populations could not process raw materials.
D. Past economic policies of colonial powers centered on serving the economic needs of colonizers rather than the societal needs of local populations.