Question

5.6.2 test (cst): globalization and the world today
number of deaths per 100,000 population: 2012
0 – 0.9 1 – 4 5 – 9 10 – 29 30 – 89 > 89
a. developed areas have been better able to prevent the spread and limit the effects of the disease.
b. people in underdeveloped areas have had less exposure to the disease due to a more agrarian lifestyle.
c. tuberculosis has been equally devastating to all nations, regardless of economic development.
d. economically stronger nations have been able to help economically weaker nations wipe out tuberculosis.

Explanation:

The map shows that developed regions (like North America, Europe, Australia) have the lowest death rates from the disease (0-0.9 per 100,000 population), while less developed regions (parts of Africa, South Asia) have much higher death rates. This matches the idea that developed areas have better resources to prevent and manage the disease. Option B is wrong because underdeveloped areas have higher exposure/impact, not less. Option C is wrong as rates are unequal. Option D is wrong because high death rates persist in weaker nations, meaning they haven't been wiped out.

Answer:

A. Developed areas have been better able to prevent the spread and limit the effects of the disease.