Question

Which statement best explains why southern Africa has the highest standard of living and gross domestic product (GDP) in sub-Saharan Africa?

Answer 1

C is the answer, south Africa has many resources.

B makes no sense, lakes don't impact wealth?

A makes no sense either, Botswana, right next to south Africa, is landlocked, but it is still wealthy

Answer 2

The correct answer is: C. It has many natural resources.

Southern Africa has the highest standard of living and GDP in sub-Saharan Africa largely because it is rich in natural resources such as gold, diamonds, and platinum. These resources support strong mining and export industries, which contribute significantly to economic growth.