Question

12 multiple choice 2 points
look at the table below.
selected items traded between
saudi arabia and the united states in a recent year
top three exports from saudi arabia to the united states
crude oil
petroleum products
chemicals
top three exports from the united states to saudi arabia
passenger cars
industrial engines
oil drilling equipment
what does the table indicate about the relationship between saudi arabia and the united states?
saudi arabia and the united states are military allies.
saudi arabia and the united states are interdependent.
saudi arabia and the united states have similar standards of living.
saudi arabia and the united states have similar economic systems.

Explanation:

The table shows trade items between Saudi Arabia and the US. Interdependence means relying on each other. Saudi exports oil - related items (crude oil, petroleum products, chemicals), and the US exports industrial goods (passenger cars, industrial engines, oil drilling equipment). This shows they rely on each other's goods. Military alliance (no military items shown), similar living standards (not indicated by trade items), and similar economic systems (not shown by trade) are not supported.

Answer:

Saudi Arabia and the United States are interdependent.