Why has modern economic growth mainly been in western countries ?
Correct answer: D. the rise of capitalism
- A. a strong Catholic church intervention in the economic decisions
- B. an emphasis on trade restrictions
- C. the use of the medieval economy
- D. the rise of capitalism
Explanation
Modern Western growth was closely associated with the rise of capitalism, which strengthened private property, investment, markets, and innovation. The other choices describe restrictions or institutions that do not explain this broad growth transformation.
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