What was the central premise of Raúl Prebisch's dependency theory?
A) That many countries remained borrowers of capital and technology and producers of primary commodities
B) That many countries were dependent on the military power of the United States
C) That newly independent countries were dependent on great leadership
D) That many nations depended on the generosity of the international community

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Raúl Prebisch's dependency theory focused on the idea that many countries remain borrowers of capital and technology and producers of primary commodities, which results in their dependence on wealthier nations. This is the central premise of the theory. The other options do not accurately reflect Prebisch's ideas.

What Was the Central Premise of Raúl Prebisch's Dependency Theory