Which of the following was observed in the Bahia, Brazil, development project in which sailboat owners got loans to buy motors?
A. There was an increase in commercial sailboat ownership.
B. The fishing community became more egalitarian.
C. The household income in the entire village grew substantially.
D. The gap between the "haves" and the "have nots" widened.
E. Individual initiative was rewarded, and the fishing industry grew.
Answer: D
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