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Which group of countries is more concerned with economic growth as a quality issue nowadays?

AUndeveloped countries

BDeveloping countries

CDeveloped countries

DLow-income countries

Answer:

C. Developed countries

Read Explanation:

  • Developed countries mainly focus on improving the quality and sustainability of growth, as they already possess advanced technologies and higher living standards.

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