GSGG - Interdependence

Question 1

Define interdependence

Answer 1

Nations relying on each other economically, politically, socially and environmentally

Question 2

Name 2 benefits of unequal flows of people

Answer 2

• migrant workers are an important part of the host country’s workforce - taking jobs that are ‘unwanted’ by others
• the large diaspora population has created geopolitical ties between the host country and the country of the diaspora

Question 3

Name 2 issues with unequal flows of people

Answer 3

• the countries that the migrants originate from may rely on remittance payments
• can lead to overpopulation, and a strain on services such as healthcare and education

Question 4

Give a benefit of unequal flows of money

Answer 4

• aid and remittances can improve the quality of life

Question 5

Give a problem with unequal flows of money

Answer 5

• LIC’s are dependent on the high wages provided by companies from HIC’s
• this can lead to workers allowed themselves to be put into dangerous situations

Question 6

Give 2 benefits of unequal flows of ideas

Answer 6

• free trade has increased globally due to deregulation
• HIC’s can educate LIC’s on how to grow economically

Question 7

Give 2 issues with unequal flows of ideas

Answer 7

• deregulation may lead to more relaxed laws on the environment
• protectionism prevents deregulation from working effectively

Question 8

Give a benefit of unequal flows of technology

Answer 8

• tech investments from HIC’s can help LIC’s develop

Question 9

Give a problem with unequal flows of technology

Answer 9

• manufacturing jobs in HIC’s may be lost due to investments in LIC’s