Cuba is one of the world's leading producers of sugarcane. Consequently, sugar is its main export. Why is this potential problem?

A. Many other countries in Latin America, such as Brazil, are also top global producers of sugarcane.

B. A sudden drop in sugar prices or in production caused by a natural disaster could cripple Cuba's economy.

C. Many Latin American countries have unstable governments and economies.

D. World sugar consumption is expected to drop sharply in a few years, as people become more health-conscious.

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11 June, 20:47

Cuba is one of the world's leading producers of sugarcane. Consequently, sugar is its main export. Why is this potential problem?

A. Many other countries in Latin America, such as Brazil, are also top global producers of sugarcane.

B. A sudden drop in sugar prices or in production caused by a natural disaster could cripple Cuba's economy.

C. Many Latin American countries have unstable governments and economies.

D. World sugar consumption is expected to drop sharply in a few years, as people become more health-conscious.

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Caiden · Answer 1

Cuba is one of the world's leading producers of sugarcane. Consequently, sugar is its main export. This is a potential problem because B. a sudden drop in sugar prices or in production caused by a natural disaster could cripple Cuba's economy.