In 2011, Cambodia had a GDP of $33.8 billion and a per capita GDP of $2,200. Nearly a third of its people lived below the poverty level, and average life expectancy was 62.5 years. Which of these additional factors would most support the conclusion that Cambodia is a developing economy rather than an emerging economy?

A. a rapidly increasing gdp
B. decreasing illiteracy rate
C. Increased foreign investment
D. Lack of basic infrastructure

Question

In 2011, Cambodia had a GDP of $33.8 billion and a per capita GDP of $2,200. Nearly a third of its people lived below the poverty level, and average life expectancy was 62.5 years. Which of these additional factors would most support the conclusion that Cambodia is a developing economy rather than an emerging economy?

A. a rapidly increasing gdp
B. decreasing illiteracy rate
C. Increased foreign investment 
D. Lack of basic infrastructure