Practice Case Study 2: South Korea – From Poverty to Prosperity - 5.2 | Chapter: Development Economics | IB MYP Grade 10: Individuals & Societies - Economics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What was the state of South Korea's economy in the early 1950s?

💡 Hint: Think about what war does to a country's economy.

Question 2

Easy

What does GDP per capita measure?

💡 Hint: It's an economic indicator giving average income.

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Question 1

What was one factor that significantly contributed to South Korea's economic transformation?

  • Natural resources
  • Investment in education
  • Foreign aid

💡 Hint: Think about what builds a strong economy.

Question 2

True or False: South Korea became a high-income economy in just a few decades.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the timeframe of their transformation.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Assess the relationship between education investment and economic growth using South Korea as an example. Include potential counterarguments.

💡 Hint: Consider both direct benefits and underlying factors.

Question 2

Critique the effectiveness of South Korea's approach compared to another developing nation. What lessons can be drawn?

💡 Hint: Use another country’s development strategy as a benchmark.

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