SSC
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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They have an abundance of natural resources like oil.
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They export oil to pay for imports of other natural resources like coal.
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They export technology to pay for imports of natural resources.
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They are poor because they have very few natural resources.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Japan lacks many raw materials needed for industry and energy, such as oil, coal, iron ore, copper, aluminum and wood. Japan must import most of these goods. In order to pay for these imports, Japan must export a variety of manufactured goods to other countries.
Detailed explanation-2: -Since Japan has little arable land compared to its population, it cannot grow enough wheat, soybeans, or other major crops to feed all its citizens. In fact, Japan has one of the lowest rates of food self-sufficiency of all industrialized countries. This means it has to import a high percentage of its food from abroad.
Detailed explanation-3: -Yearly Trade The most recent exports are led by Cars ($88.6B), Integrated Circuits ($36B), Motor vehicles; parts and accessories (8701 to 8705) ($33.4B), Machinery Having Individual Functions ($22B), and Photo Lab Equipment ($18.5B).