Which of the following accurately compares the economic impacts of the Great Depression in Northern Rhodesia and Burma? (1 point)

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Widespread rioting and revolts broke out in both colonies.
Widespread rioting and revolts broke out in both colonies.

Both colonies’ exports decreased and local Burmese residents began to purchase cheap land.
Both colonies’ exports decreased and local Burmese residents began to purchase cheap land.

Taxes decreased in both colonies.
Taxes decreased in both colonies.

Both colonies’ exports and wages decreased.

Answer 1

The most accurate comparison of the economic impacts of the Great Depression in Northern Rhodesia and Burma is:

Both colonies’ exports and wages decreased.

During the Great Depression, both regions experienced declines in export revenues due to falling demand for raw materials, along with a decrease in wages, impacting local economies significantly. The other options do not accurately reflect the economic conditions during that time.