Migration

Question 1

Uneven development

Answer 1

Leads to unequal flows of ppl between places

Question 2

Mexico to USA migration: push factors?

Answer 2

• 40% unemplyed
• Adults literacy rates 55% - poor education prospects
• Low paid jobs - GDP per capita $14,406
• 37% of all ppl live in poverty

Question 3

Mexico to USA migration: pull factors?

Answer 3

• Excellent medical facilities - 400 ppl per doctor
• Adult literacy rates 99% - good education prospects
• Well paid jobs - GDP per capita $46,860

Question 4

What are the impacts on the USA?

Answer 4

• Illegal migration costs the USA millions of dollars for border patrols and prisons
• They cause problems in cities due to cultural and social issues
• Mexican migrants benefit the US economy by working for low wages
• Mexican culture has enriched the US border states with food, language, and music

Question 5

What are the impacts on Mexico?

Answer 5

• The Mexican countryside has a shortage of economically active ppl - many men emigrate leaving a majority of women who have trouble finding marriage partners
• Young people tend to migrate elaving the old and the very young