Which of the following statements is true?
A)All countries with low productivity levels in 1960 grew slowly between 1960 and 2000.
B)Since the United States had the highest productivity level in 1960,it was the slowest-growing country in the world between 1960 and 2000.
C)Countries with high productivity levels in 1960 grew the fastest between 1960 and 2000.
D)All countries with low productivity levels in 1960 grew rapidly between 1960 and 2000.
E)There is little correlation between the productivity level in 1960 and the growth rate between 1960 and 2000 for the developing countries.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The passage states that there is little correlation between the productivity level in 1960 and the growth rate between 1960 and 2000 for the developing countries. Thus, option E is the correct statement. Option A, D, and C are incorrect as they make generalized statements that are not substantiated in the passage. Option B is incorrect as it is based on the false assumption that the highest productivity country automatically grows slowly.

Which of the Following Statements Is True