6.1 - Definitions and Indicators of Development
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What does GDP stand for?
💡 Hint: It's about all the products and services in a country.
What is one factor measured by the Human Development Index (HDI)?
💡 Hint: Think about health and how long people live.
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What does HDI stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember what 'HD' stands for in terms of human development.
True or False: GDP accounts for the income distribution within a country.
💡 Hint: Consider if GDP reflects everyone's economic situation.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of GDP as an indicator for comparing countries' development levels.
💡 Hint: Consider what social factors might be overlooked with GDP alone.
Propose a new indicator or enhancement to existing indicators that could better reflect development.
💡 Hint: Think about what you believe matters in people's lives beyond just income.
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