Middle East Literacy Rates

Country Literacy Rate
Afghanistan 32%
Iran 84%
Iraq 79%
Israel 98%
Saudi Arabia 94%
Turkey 95%

Based solely on this information, which nation would you predict to have the lowest standard of living and why?
Responses
A Iran, because they are governed as a theocratic republic.Iran, because they are governed as a theocratic republic.
B Israel, because they are the only non-Muslim country in the region.Israel, because they are the only non-Muslim country in the region.
C Afghanistan, because literacy is a key part of economic development.Afghanistan, because literacy is a key part of economic development.
D Iraq, because they have been ravaged by war and violence since 2001.Iraq, because they have been ravaged by war and violence since 2001.
E All nations should have a low standard of living because of terrorism.

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The best choice based on the provided information about literacy rates would be:

C. Afghanistan, because literacy is a key part of economic development.

Literacy is often closely tied to economic opportunities, access to jobs, and overall quality of life. With a literacy rate of only 32%, Afghanistan is likely to face significant challenges in educational attainment, skill development, and economic growth, which can contribute to a lower standard of living.