Development Theories Flashcards

1

In the world systems theory, what countries make up the periphery of the world economy?

2

Which theory explains inequality through historical exploitation of poor societies by rich?

3

Modernization theory claims that developed countries play 4 roles in development. Which isn't 1

4

The Human Development Index (HDI) measures...

5

In Rostow's modernization theory, what is the first stage of modernization?

6

The UN estimates that in developing countries, women own...

7

According to Rostow's stages of modernization, what is the third stage?

8

The poorest fifth (20%) of the world's population receives...

9

Which of the following is not a middle-income country?

10

What is the name given to economic exploitation by transnational corporations?

Development Theories