According to world systems theory, peripheral nations become economically dependent on core nations, which keeps them at a low level of modernization. Please select the best answer from the choices provided T F

True.

Explanation:

The world systems theory is a fundamental social evolution theory which states that, some developed countries such as core nations benefit while other countries such as peripheral (underdeveloped) nations are being exploited significantly.

According to world systems theory, peripheral nations become economically dependent on core nations, which keeps them at a low level of modernization.

Basically, the world systems theory divide the world into three (3) main categories and these includes;

I. Peripheral nations: these includes countries that provide cheap labor and other resources for the core nations. Some examples of peripheral nations are Haiti, Nigeria, Kenya, Sudan, Philippines, Chad, Niger etc.

II. Core nations: these are technologically advanced and well-developed countries that benefit from peripheral nations. Some examples of core nations are Germany, China, Japan, United States of America, England, France etc.

III. Semi-peripheral nations: these includes countries that are in between core and peripheral nations such as developing countries.

the density would be a smaller number.