Revision Flashcards
What does development mean?
An improvement in the quality of life for people
It involves social or economic progress for the population.
What is sustainable development?
Meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs
This concept emphasizes long-term ecological balance.
What does GDP stand for?
Gross Domestic Product
It is the total value of goods and services produced by a country in a year, usually measured in US dollars.
What does per capita mean?
For each person
This indicator is often divided by the population of a country.
What is Gross National Income (GNI)?
Total value of goods and services produced by a country plus income from abroad
Usually measured in US dollars.
What does HDI stand for?
Human Development Index
A compound measure of development based on health, knowledge, and standard of living.
What are the four indicators used to calculate HDI?
- Average life expectancy
- Mean years of schooling
- Expected years of schooling
- Gross National Income per capita
These indicators provide a comprehensive view of human development.
What is a quantitative measure of development?
Measures for which the output is expressed numerically
This includes data that can be quantified.
What is a qualitative measure of development?
Measures for which the output is expressed through language
These measures often involve descriptions and narratives.
What was the Brandt Line?
A division of the world into the rich north and the poor south
It has become too simplistic due to changes in global development.
True or False: The Brandt Line is still a valid representation of global economic divides.
False
Countries like China and India are no longer seen as poor, indicating a shift in the global economic landscape.
What are the 3 categories of sustainable development goals?
Ecomony
Society
Biosphere
