geography power point 1 Flashcards
what is development?
The growth or advancement of a country socially, economically, technologically and culturally.
What might prevent a country from developing?
lack of healthcare, lack of education
Give an example of a country you know is well developed
USA
Which continent do you think has the top 10 poorest countries?
Africa
What might help a country be more developed?
access to healthcare and education
what is the GNI?
the total value of products made in a country and the incomes of their residents.
what does the GNI show?
the wealth of a country
How does life expectancy show the development of a country?
It shows the health of a country.
how does birthrate show the development of a country?
It shows the health of a country.
how does adult literacy rate show the development of a country?
It shows the education of a country.
how does access to safe water show the development of a country?
It shows the health of a country.
how does the infant mortality rate show the development of a country?
It shows the health of a country.
what is a LIC?
a low income country
what is an NEE?
a newly emerging economy
what is a HIC?
a high income country
