In its critique of modernization, modern world systems analysis argues that the source of raw materials today is ________ nations, the same as it was during the height of colonial expansion.

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Modern world systems analysis argues that the source of raw materials in today's global economy comes from periphery nations, which are seen as the least developed and most exploited countries. This is the same pattern that existed during the height of colonial expansion when European powers extracted resources from their colonized territories. The core, on the other hand, refers to the advanced industrialized nations that dominate the world economy and have historically benefited from the exploitation of peripheral nations. Therefore, options A and B are incorrect, while option D is too vague and subjective to be the best answer.

In Its Critique of Modernization, Modern World Systems Analysis Argues