Question

Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between natural resources and economic development?



Countries with vast energy resources are often poor.



Countries with few natural resources are often poor.




Countries that export timber resources are often wealthy.



Countries that conserve natural resources are often wealthy.

Answer 1

Answer:

Natural resources have a double-edge effect on economic growth, in that the intensity of its use raises output, but increases its depletion rate. Natural resource is a key input in the production process that stimulates economic growth.

Explanation:

think it is option 4