The market capitalization of developed countries from 2005 to 2009:

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The question asks for the market capitalization of developed countries from 2005 to 2009. Option A states that it decreased by about $1.6 trillion, or approximately 4.5%, during that period. This is consistent with the economic downturn that occurred during that time, including the global financial crisis of 2008. Option B refers to a different time period and cause of market cap decrease. Option C refers to a different time period and only mentions the U.S. market, not the market capitalization of all developed countries. Option D refers to an increase in market capitalization due to the inclusion of certain countries, which is not mentioned in the question.

The Market Capitalization of Developed Countries from 2005 to 2009