Which option most correctly analyzes the benefits and downsides to the industrialization experienced by China in the last 40 years?
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China's manufacturing has increased dramatically, but overall, the standard of living has gone down.
China's agricultural production has gone up, but they have had to spend money on importing coal in order to sustain that production
China has been exporting a large amount of manufactured goods, but their people have not experienced benefits of economic growth
China has experienced economic growth, but the increasing use of fossil fuels has contributed to climate change
1 answer
The option that most correctly analyzes the benefits and downsides to the industrialization experienced by China in the last 40 years is:
China has experienced economic growth, but the increasing use of fossil fuels has contributed to climate change.
This statement recognizes the economic benefits of industrialization while also addressing the environmental consequences associated with increased fossil fuel consumption, which is a significant downside of China's rapid industrialization.
