Which countries exploit the natural resources of the periphery according to world-systems theory?
A) core
B) semicore
C) semiperipheral
D) a and b
E) a and c

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According to world-systems theory, the core countries (option A) are the ones that control and exploit the resources of the other regions. The semicore countries (option B) also participate in this exploitation to some extent, but to a lesser degree than the core countries. The periphery (option C) is made up of countries that have limited access to resources and are often exploited for their natural resources. Therefore, the countries that exploit the natural resources of the periphery are both the core and semiperipheral countries, making options A and C incorrect and option E the correct answer.

Which Countries Exploit the Natural Resources of the Periphery According