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Pearson Edexcel IAL Economics 4.3.4.1a distinction between absolute & re

Practise distinguishing absolute from relative poverty and applying definitions to extracts, poverty rates and basic-needs contexts.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Economics YEC11
Level
A2

Exam points

  • define absolute poverty as inability to meet basic needs, using extract context where given
  • distinguish absolute poverty from relative poverty based on income comparison over time

4.3.4.1a - distinction between absolute and relative poverty 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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