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1.2.2 Productivity and division of labour

Syllabus
2026
Topic
1.2.2
Level
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1.2.2.a Productivity

Definition of productivity.

1.2.2.b Factors affecting productivity

Factors affecting productivity:

  • land – use of fertiliser, drainage, irrigation, reclamation
  • labour – quality of labour, including improved human capital through education and training and impact of migration
  • capital – increased quantity and technological advances.

1.2.2.c Division of labour

Definition of division of labour.

1.2.2.d Division of labour: effects on workers and businesses

Advantages and disadvantages of the division of labour to workers and businesses.

Objective notes

4 learning objectives
ConceptIGCSE Economics