Dependency theorists suggest that multinational corporations are just a new form of neocolonialism that is aimed at supplying the Western world with natural resources and cheap labor. These corporations, rather than helping the populace, actually intensify many of the problems of Third World countries by __________.

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Dependency theorists argue that multinational corporations exploit cheap labor in the Third World countries and extract natural resources for their own profit, leaving the majority of the population in poverty. Instead of creating jobs and improving living standards, they only benefit a wealthy elite and small middle class. This exacerbates the existing problems of inequality, lack of resources, and economic disparity in the Third World. Therefore, the correct answer is B, creating benefits for a wealthy elite and a small middle class while allowing the vast majority of the population to remain in poverty.

Dependency Theorists Suggest That Multinational Corporations Are Just a New