Practice Case Study 3: Malawi – Agricultural Development - 5.3 | 5. Development Economics | IB 10 Individuals & Societies - Economics
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Case Study 3: Malawi – Agricultural Development

5.3 - Case Study 3: Malawi – Agricultural Development

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are fertilizer subsidies?

💡 Hint: Think about how governments support their farmers.

Question 2 Easy

Why is agriculture important for developing countries?

💡 Hint: Remember the connection between jobs and food production.

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Question 1

What is the main benefit of fertilizer subsidies in Malawi?

A. Increased hunger
B. Improved food production
C. Higher costs for farmers

💡 Hint: Think about the intent behind these subsidies.

Question 2

True or False: Fertilizer subsidies have no effect on GDP.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between agriculture and the economy.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a comprehensive plan for Malawi to maintain its agricultural growth while ensuring environmental sustainability.

💡 Hint: Think about balancing productivity with environmental care.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the economic impacts on rural communities if the fertilizer subsidy program were discontinued. What could be the long-term effects?

💡 Hint: Consider how lower agricultural productivity affects the whole community.

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