Which of the following is true of the maldistribution of wealth in the world?
A)The living standards in the wealthiest countries are about five to six times greater than in the world's poorest countries.
B)Most of the world's resources and goods are consumed by Eastern Europe.
C)Most of the world's resources and goods are consumed by Asia.
D)The United States alone, home to 5% of the world's population, burns about a quarter of the globe's coal, oil, and natural gas.

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The United States, despite having only 5% of the world's population, consumes a disproportionately large share of the world's energy resources, including coal, oil, and natural gas, accounting for about a quarter of global consumption. This fact highlights the maldistribution of resources and wealth, where a small portion of the global population consumes a significant portion of the world's resources.

Which of the Following Is True of the Maldistribution of Wealth