· The literacy rate in South Africa is 85%, and its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is $37 billion.

· The literacy rate in Mozambique is 42%, and its GDP is $19 billion.
Based on this information, which statement BEST describes the relationship between literacy rates and a nation's standard of living?
A) Literacy rates have very little effect on economic production and standard of living.
B) A higher literacy rate will have a positive effect on a nation's standard of living.
Eliminate
C) A nation's standard of living is totally dependent on its educational system.
D) Overpopulation has a negative impact on GDP and literacy rates.

Respuesta :

The correct answer for this question is B) A higher literacy rate will have a positive effect on a nation's standard of living. It can be observed that South Africa has both higher literacy rate and GDP compared to Mozambique. Also, it is known that literacy is actually one of the factors that determine a country's economic stability and growth.

Answer:

it b

Explanation:

ib did it on usa testprep and it was correct