The privileged position of the modern industrial nations was attained because of:
A) a change in the economy from agrarian to industrial
B) a change in the population distribution from rural to urban
C) the discovery of natural resources
D) both urbanization and industrialization

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The modern industrial nations attained their privileged position through a combination of urbanization (movement of people from rural areas to cities) and industrialization (transition from an agrarian economy to an industrial one). This process led to increased productivity, technological advancements, and economic growth, thus propelling these nations to a position of global dominance. While the discovery of natural resources played a role in this process, it was largely the result of urbanization and industrialization.

The Privileged Position of the Modern Industrial Nations Was Attained