Which characteristics describe middle-income nations? a. they are also known as more-developed countries. b. economies are based on advanced technology and factories. c. health care and educational opportunities are readily available. d. they are home to 70 percent of the world's population. e. two-thirds of the people live in cities and earn their incomes from industry.

a. They are also known as more-developed countries

d. They are home to 70 percent of the world's population.

e. Two-thirds of the people live in cities and earn their incomes from industry.

Explanation:

Currently more than half of the world's countries belong to the middle income category and this group represents over 70% of the population and 26% of the world gross domestic product (GDP). The vast majority of Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries fall into this category according to the per capita income criterion. These countries are more developed than underdeveloped countries and two thirds of people live in cities and earn their income from industry.

there are conflicting perceptions. what cannot be denied is that despite a long history of discrimination, they finally chose to bow out in grace and handed over power to the majority. it was a painful experience for them to part with their prerogatives and some chose to leave the country. however, they did decide to bite the bullet and go through the process with minimum obstructions.

presently, whites are still a force to reckon with. they are well educated, have technical and business expertise, they understand imperatives of good governance and are responsible for keeping south africa connected with developed countries. despite a bitter history, they are useful team members of the south african team.

the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.