Which of these statements related to global stratification is true?
A) All people in poor countries are poor.
B) Poor countries lack natural resources.
C) The majority of the world's population lives in poor countries.
D) Poor countries are more urban than wealthy countries.

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According to the World Bank, as of 2018, lower-middle-income and low-income countries (which are commonly referred to as "poor countries") have a combined population of over 5 billion people, which is more than two-thirds of the world's total population. However, not all people in these countries are necessarily poor, as there can still be income inequality within countries. Option A is therefore incorrect. Option B is also incorrect, as many poor countries actually have abundant natural resources, but may struggle with issues such as corruption, political instability, or lack of infrastructure that prevent them from fully leveraging these resources for economic development. Option D is also incorrect, as it is actually wealthier countries that tend to be more urbanized, while poorer countries are still largely characterized by rural populations.

Which of These Statements Related to Global Stratification Is True