In the early 1800s, China produced about one-third of total world output (i.e. GDP). What percentage did China produce in 1950?

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In 1950, China's share of global GDP had significantly declined due to the impacts of colonialism, internal strife, and the slow pace of industrialization compared to Western countries. By mid-20th century, China's contribution to world output was less than 20 per cent.

In the Early 1800s, China Produced About One-Third of Total