The problem of economic scarcity applies

A. only to nations with few resources.
B. to the economies of all nations, regardless of their levels of development.
C. only in countries with no markets to meet people's wants.
D. only in underdeveloped countries, because there are no productive resources in these nations.


Answer: B

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