Over the past 50 years, the amount given in aid has ________ in dollar terms, ________ in terms of aid as a share of GDP.

A. increased; as well as increased
B. increased; but has steadily fallen
C. decreased; but has increased
D. decreased; and has steadily fallen


Answer: B

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