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AP World History Modern Flashcards: Newly Independent States

Study Newly Independent States in AP World History Modern with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Which country achieved independence from the Netherlands in 1949?

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ANSWER

Indonesia. Indonesian National Revolution ended Dutch colonial control.

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Some newly independent states pursued export-processing zones (EPZs) and invited multinational corporations to build factories, offering tax breaks and low-wage labor. Supporters argued this created jobs and foreign exchange; critics cited labor exploitation and limited technology transfer. Which broader shift in the global economy most directly encouraged the spread of EPZs?
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