Modernization theory claims that
A)poor nations can never become rich in today's world.
B)the main causes of poverty involve culture and technology.
C)the main causes of poverty involve multinational corporations.
D)most poor nations were richer in the past.

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Modernization theory suggests that the main causes of poverty in poorer nations involve traditional culture and lack of technological advancement. It argues that these countries can achieve economic growth and development by adopting Western culture and technology. Therefore, option B is the most relevant choice. The other options do not accurately reflect the claims made by modernization theory.

Modernization Theory Claims That