Watkins (1977) suggested that staples theory only has explanatory value if applied to countries with __________.
A) large populations, and few inhibiting traditions
B) small populations in relation to their land mass and resources, and few inhibiting traditions
C) small populations in relation to their land mass, and many inhibiting traditions
D) large populations in relation to their land mass and resources, and few inhibiting traditions
E) small populations, and few inhibiting traditions

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Watkins (1977) posited that the staples theory is most applicable and has explanatory value for countries that have small populations relative to their land mass and resources, coupled with few inhibiting traditions, which allows for the exploitation and export of natural resources without significant internal constraints.

Watkins (1977) Suggested That Staples Theory Only Has Explanatory Value