Which statement best explains why the standard of living is less likely to change in a country with an unstable government?

Political instability and a low standard of living can reinforce each other. Instability can disrupt jobs, services, and economic growth, keeping living standards low; poor living conditions can then increase dissatisfaction and make further instability more likely. This feedback loop is why “Instability leads to a low standard of living, which creates greater instability” is the best explanation.

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