Critics of the World Bank point out that it has not freed the world from poverty; however, advocates claim that World Bank projects have contributed to increases in __________ in developing countries.

World Bank projects often support health care, education, clean water, and other basic development needs. These improvements can help increase both adult literacy and life expectancy in developing countries, even though poverty has not been eliminated. The best answer is A, adult literacy and life expectancy.

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