Question

How do sanctions affect North Korea's economy differently than they might affect China's economy? (1 point)

China has many natural resources, while North Korea lacks them.

North Korea is protected from sanctions by the United States.

China has a much smaller and more manageable population.

North Korea has a stronger and more successful trade economy.
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Answer 1

China has many natural resources, while North Korea lacks them.

Explanation: Sanctions hurt resource-poor, isolated economies like North Korea much more because they depend heavily on limited trade and external supplies; China’s larger resource base and diversified economy make it less vulnerable.