Which of the following best explains the development of banana republics?(1 point)

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Countries allow for the creation of independent enclaves within its borders to take advantage of resources.
Countries allow for the creation of independent enclaves within its borders to take advantage of resources.

A powerful country conquers weaker neighbors to create buffer zones for its defense.
A powerful country conquers weaker neighbors to create buffer zones for its defense.

Powerful governments take political control of weaker countries to gain territory.
Powerful governments take political control of weaker countries to gain territory.

External economic influence and internal political corruption combine to exploit the resources of poor countries.

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The best explanation for the development of banana republics is:

External economic influence and internal political corruption combine to exploit the resources of poor countries.

Banana republics were typically characterized by the dominance of foreign corporations in their economies, coupled with corrupt local governments that facilitated the exploitation of local resources for the benefit of external interests.

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