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1
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Define ‘Development’

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The process by which societies change over time.

2
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What are the 4 measures of development?

A
  • Economic measures
  • Social measures
  • Humanist (quality of life) measures
  • Poverty measures
3
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What does the term ‘Growth’ mean?

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The monetary value of the country’s produce increases over time, relative to other countries.

4
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What are 3 economic measures of development?

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  1. Subsistence
  2. Mass production and consumption
  3. Service industries
5
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What is the GNI?

A

Gross National Income
The total value of all goods and services produced by a country in a financial year
Usually measures economic development
Often given ‘per capita’ (dividing total by number of people in population)

6
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Why do sociologists raise concerns about using GNI?

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Fast development is rarely sustainable.

7
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What do sociologists say is a disadvantage of economic development?

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Failing to invest in sustainability leads to ‘boom and bust’, where those unable to save or buy assets will suffer.

8
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What are 7 social measures of development?

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  1. Education
  2. Health and longevity
  3. Democracy
  4. Human rights
  5. Gender equality
  6. Happiness and wellbeing
  7. Sustainability