What Is the Major Underlying Assumption of the Core-Periphery Model

Multiple Choice

What is the major underlying assumption of the core-periphery model?

A) that the wealth of the developed core will eventually diffuse to the less developed periphery
B) that the different levels of development between the core and the periphery are caused by the relative levels of natural resources in each area
C) that the less developed periphery will eventually revolt against the wealthier core
D) that the developed core achieved its wealth primarily by taking advantage of the southern periphery, through either colonialism or imperialism
E) that the core and periphery will work together to eliminate uneven development