Which part of the world has seen the most significant decrease in the number of people living in extreme poverty since 1981? Refer to the charts in Figure 2.2 (pg 54 of your textbook).
a. Sub-Saharan Africa
b. South Asia
c. East Asia and Pacific
d. Middle East and NorthAfrica
Answer: c. East Asia and Pacific
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