Barriers to Economic Growth & Development (DP IB Economics: HL)

Exam Questions

14 mins7 questions
12 marks

Text B, Paragraph 1
In regions with a history of underinvestment in human development, the workforce often faces significant limitations. Policymakers are looking for ways to improve economic outcomes by addressing what experts are calling low human capital.

Define the term low human capital as indicated in bold (Text B, Paragraph 1).

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22 marks

Text C, Paragraph 1
There have been several cases in countries like Greece and Russia where large sums of financial resources have left their economies over a short period. Governments are investigating how to manage the effects of this capital flight and prevent further economic disruptions.

Define the term capital flight as indicated in bold (Text C, Paragraph 1).

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32 marks

Text A, Paragraph 2
Nations with economies dominated by the export of raw materials face ongoing economic challenges. Experts argue that primary sector dependence makes these countries vulnerable to global market fluctuations and limits economic diversification.

Define the term primary sector dependence as indicated in bold (Text A, Paragraph 2).

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42 marks

Text C, Paragraph 2
In many countries, the physical structures necessary for economic development remain underdeveloped or nonexistent. Governments and international organisations are working to address this lack of infrastructure, which is seen as a significant obstacle to growth.


Define the term lack of infrastructure as indicated in bold (Text C, Paragraph 2).

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52 marks

Text A, Paragraph 3
Efforts to promote economic development in several regions have been hindered by ongoing issues of political corruption. These problems have diverted funds from essential projects and undermined public trust in government institutions.

Define the term political corruption as indicated in bold (Text A, Paragraph 3).

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62 marks

Text D, Paragraph 3
Many countries have struggled to grow and develop due to ongoing political instability. Uncertainty about future government policies and the frequent changes in leadership have caused both domestic and foreign investors to rethink their strategies.

State two effects of political instability as found in (Text D, Paragraph 3).

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72 marks

Text E, Paragraph 3
Many developing nations face difficulties in gaining a foothold in global trade. A variety of issues, including de-globalisation, have created a lack of access to international markets for these countries, limiting their economic potential.

Define the term lack of access to international markets as indicated in (Text E, Paragraph 3).

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