Which of the following characteristics was shared by most African countries that were granted independence in the 1960s?

Many African countries gained independence during the 1960s, but faced serious challenges afterward. Political instability, armed conflict, and widespread poverty affected many of them, making “they experienced years of conflict, war, and poverty” the best answer. The other choices describe outcomes that were not shared by most of these countries.

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