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Based on your knowledge of social studies, what correctly explains some of the variation in gross domestic products shown on the map?
A.
Nigeria controls large oil fields.

B.
Kenya spends a lot on education.

C.
South Africa has very few resources.

D.
DR Congo promotes entrepreneurship.

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The correct explanation for some of the variation in gross domestic products (GDPs) shown on the map is:

A. Nigeria controls large oil fields.

This option accurately reflects how natural resources, particularly oil, can significantly contribute to a country's GDP. Nigeria, being one of the largest oil producers in Africa, has a GDP that is heavily influenced by its oil wealth. The other options relate to factors that may influence GDP but do not explain the variation as directly or strongly as Nigeria’s control of oil fields.