In one particular year, South Sudan's population growth was 1.3% while its GDP growth was 2%. What is the most likely consequence of this?
GDP per capita will decrease
the rate of inflation will decrease
the standard of living will increase
unemployment will increase
In rural areas in developing countries, farmers grow food for their own consumption.
Why might this mean that the GDP is a weak measure of the standard of living in those countries?
The food grown is not exported.
The GDP does not include agricultural production.
The GDP only refers to the public sector.
The value of the food is unknown.
The table shows the Human Development Index (HDI) value for a country in two years.
What would not explain the change in the HDI value?
an increase in gender equality
an increase in income per head
an increase in life expectancy
an increase in years of schooling