During the 1980s,the countries of the Pacific Rim that had developed robust economies and that appeared to have great staying power earned the collective nickname of:
A) "The Elephants."
B) "The Bulls."
C) "The Bears."
D) "The Tigers."
E) "The Pythons."

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The Pacific Rim countries that experienced rapid economic growth and development in the 1980s were collectively known as "The Tigers." This nickname referred to the four Asian economies of South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore, which were characterized by strong exports, dynamic manufacturing sectors, and high levels of investment in infrastructure and education. The term later expanded to include other countries in the region, such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, that also enjoyed rapid economic growth and development.

During the 1980s,the Countries of the Pacific Rim That Had