In 1965, which country became the world's 6th largest exporter of oil?

In 1965, which country became the world's 6th largest exporter of oil?

• A. Saudi Arabia
• B. Iran
• C. Kuwait
• D. Libya

Answer: (D)

This question tests understanding of historical oil-export rankings and how rapid growth in production can change a country’s position. By 1965, the five largest oil exporters were Saudi Arabia, Iran, Venezuela, Iraq, and Kuwait, all with well-established production and export systems. Libya entered the scene after discoveries in the Sirte Basin and with aggressive development of its fields in the early 1960s, boosting its output enough to move into sixth place. This illustrates how a country can climb the ranks as its production expands, even if it wasn’t among the top exporters previously.

This question tests understanding of historical oil-export rankings and how rapid growth in production can change a country’s position. By 1965, the five largest oil exporters were Saudi Arabia, Iran, Venezuela, Iraq, and Kuwait, all with well-established production and export systems. Libya entered the scene after discoveries in the Sirte Basin and with aggressive development of its fields in the early 1960s, boosting its output enough to move into sixth place. This illustrates how a country can climb the ranks as its production expands, even if it wasn’t among the top exporters previously.