Critics of the world bank point out that it has not freed the world from poverty; however, advocates claim that world bank projects have contributed to increases in in developing countries.
a. adult literacy and life expectancy
b. military defense and police security
c. women's rights and economic autonomy
d. financial literacy and job opportunities

The first answer is correct (A).

The World Bank is a global institution that aims to promote economic and social development in developing countries. In this context, the World Bank provides low-cost loans to reduce poverty rates and improve social indicators. Some of these indicators are the literacy rate and life expectancy, which were positively affected by the Bank's actions.