Highly touted Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) have turned out to be
A) used by dictatorial leaders to divert much needed funds to their own use.
B) not very helpful, because most recipients take the money associated with the loan and never carry out the reforms they are supposed to make.
C) one means of getting rid of power-hungry individuals in a few places.
D) helpful in countries that want to implement major reforms.
E) most useful to women who need startup money for new businesses.

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While SAPs were initially thought to be a helpful tool for implementing major reforms in struggling countries, they have largely been ineffective. Many countries take the loan money associated with SAPs without making the necessary reforms, and instead use the funds for other purposes.

Highly Touted Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) Have Turned Out to Be