"Rich democracies" are countries that have large enough per capita incomes and responsive enough political arrangements so that underlying economics and sociology ____.

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The definition of a "rich democracy" is based on having a high per capita income and a responsive political system. This enables similar policies to be implemented if the political leaders choose to do so. The answer is not B because academic elites alone do not have the power to shape national policies. The answer is not C because homogeneous societies are not necessarily a characteristic of rich democracies. The answer is not D because highly educated societies are also not a defining characteristic of rich democracies.

"Rich Democracies" Are Countries That Have Large Enough Per Capita