Statement: "Countries with high literacy are more developed."Conclusion:
Correct answer: A. Education is a key factor in driving development
- A. Education is a key factor in driving development
- B. Wealth leads to better education systems
- C. Developed countries inherently oppose illiteracy
- D. All individuals in developed countries are literate
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: 'Education is a key factor in driving development.' The statement implies that literacy, which is a result of education, is linked to a country's development. Option B is incorrect because it reverses the causation, suggesting wealth leads to education. Option C is incorrect as it assumes a stance on illiteracy without addressing the causal link. Option D is incorrect because it incorrectly assumes complete literacy, which the statement does not support.
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