According to world systems analysis, a core nation is a nation that
A. along with its corporations, controls and exploits noncore nations' economies.
B. neither exploits nor is exploited by other nations.
C. is a poor, developing nation exploited by more powerful nations and corporations.
D. has a marginal economic status and is dependent upon outside control.
Answer: A
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