According to sociologist Immanuel Wallerstein's world systems theory, the wealthy in peripheral nations support the exploitation of poor workers by core nation capitalists in return for maintaining their own wealth and position. Poverty is thus perpetuated, and the problems worsen because of the unprecedented population growth in these countries

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

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What will be an ideal response?

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