CAIE IGCSE Economics 5.2.1 Definitions of Absolute and Relative Poverty Questions

Practise Cambridge IGCSE Economics by defining absolute and relative poverty, classifying households and explaining how recession and unemployment can deepen poverty.

Exam points

Define absolute and relative poverty and distinguish them using income thresholds and access to basic needs.
Identify how unemployment or recession can push households into poverty and reduce their ability to pay for essentials.

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What best describes relative poverty?

A 12-year-old boy has never been able to access a doctor or school.

A person earns less than the minimum defined level of income.

A person has a lower living standard than the minimum level acceptable in a society.

A person is unable to afford the basic necessities of life.

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