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Edexcel A-Level Economics A2 4.3.4 1a Distinction Between Absolute and Relative Poverty Questions

Practise defining absolute poverty through basic-needs deprivation and the $2.15-a-day 2017 PPP threshold, then apply rates and percentage-point changes from extracts.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Economics YEC11
Level
A2

Exam points

  • define absolute poverty through basic-needs deprivation or the $2.15-a-day 2017 PPP threshold
  • interpret an absolute-poverty rate as the share of people unable to meet basic needs

Edexcel A-Level Economics A2 4.3.4 1a Distinction Between Absolute and Relative Poverty Questions question 1

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In 2022 Madagascar had an absolute poverty rate of 71%.
Which one of the following statements about absolute poverty is true?

A

Absolute poverty is the inability of individuals or groups to meet their basic needs

B

Absolute poverty is based on value judgements and is subject to changes over time

C

Absolute poverty measures the percentage of people within a country earning less than 60% of median income

D

Absolute poverty measures the percentage of people earning more than $ 2.15 a day at 2017 PPP values

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