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How many countries are members of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)?

Correct answer: B. 21

  • A. 12
  • B. 21
  • C. 31
  • D. 41

Explanation

APEC has 21 member economies, a term it uses because Hong Kong and Chinese Taipei participate separately alongside sovereign states. This is why the figure is 21 rather than 12 or 31.

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