Even though the distribution of valued resources in the U.S. has become more unequal in recent years, it seems less harsh when compared to that in ____________.

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The statement is comparing the distribution of valued resources in the U.S. to another location. Option A suggests a comparison to a specific time period rather than a location. Option B and C suggest a comparison to specific countries, which may or may not have more unequal distributions than the U.S. Option E suggests a comparison to countries that may or may not have more unequal distributions than the U.S. Therefore, option D, which suggests a comparison to developing nations, is the best choice as it implies a wider range of countries and economies with which the U.S. can be compared, where despite the recent increase in inequality, the distribution of valued resources may still be less unequal compared to developing nations.

Even Though the Distribution of Valued Resources in the U