Which of the following offers a correct evaluation of the social and economic effects of pandemics on underdeveloped and developed nations?(1 point)

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Pandemics tend to originate in developed nations and then spread to undeveloped nations because of rapid urbanization.
Pandemics tend to originate in developed nations and then spread to undeveloped nations because of rapid urbanization.

Underdeveloped nations often suffer more severe economic and social consequences than developed nations.
Underdeveloped nations often suffer more severe economic and social consequences than developed nations.

During a pandemic, underdeveloped nations and developed nations experience economic contractions equally.
During a pandemic, underdeveloped nations and developed nations experience economic contractions equally.

Underdeveloped nations experience a lower death rate but greater GDP loss than developed nations.

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The correct evaluation of the social and economic effects of pandemics on underdeveloped and developed nations is:

Underdeveloped nations often suffer more severe economic and social consequences than developed nations.

This statement reflects the reality that underdeveloped nations typically have fewer resources, weaker healthcare systems, and less ability to absorb economic shocks compared to developed nations. As a result, they often face more severe consequences during pandemics.