Which region experienced major infrastructure development under imperial rule, primarily to support resource extraction?
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Correct answer: Sub-Saharan Africa
Railways and ports were built in parts of Africa to transport resources to coastal export hubs. These projects served imperial economic interests more than local needs.
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