The poorest region of the world is__________?
Correct answer: B. sub-Saharan Africa
- A. the Middle East
- B. sub-Saharan Africa
- C. Asia
- D. Latin America
Explanation
Sub-Saharan Africa is commonly identified as the world’s poorest major region because it has the highest concentration of extreme poverty and low average income. This is a broad regional comparison that can change with economic data over time.
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