A "brain drain" is
A) the tendency of workers in developing countries to reject new technologies.
B) the tendency of talented people in developing countries to get education in developed countries and to stay there after graduation.
C) the impact of poverty on the productivity of workers in developing countries.
D) the impact of malnutrition on education and productivity in developing countries.

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The term "brain drain" refers to the phenomenon where individuals from developing countries pursue education in developed countries and choose to remain there for work opportunities, rather than returning to their home countries. This results in a loss of skilled and educated individuals for the developing countries.

A "Brain Drain" Is