Practice Formal And Informal Economies (2.7) - The Economic - ICSE 12 Sociology
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Formal and Informal Economies

Practice - Formal and Informal Economies

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define formal economy.

💡 Hint: Think about job security and legal recognition.

Question 2 Easy

What is an example of the informal economy?

💡 Hint: Consider businesses that operate without government oversight.

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Question 1

What is a characteristic of the formal economy?

No fixed wages
Regular benefits
Unregulated businesses

💡 Hint: Consider which economy provides job security.

Question 2

True or False: All informal economy jobs are illegal.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of regulation.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Consider the consequences of relying heavily on informal economies in developing countries. Discuss potential social and economic outcomes.

💡 Hint: Think about the effects on workers and the wider economy.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how formal and informal economies interact in urban environments. What are the benefits and drawbacks of their coexistence?

💡 Hint: Consider the interdependencies between both economy types.

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