Social And Economic Issues

Question 1

Economic inequality

Answer 1

The unequal distribution of money amongst a population

Question 2

Social segregation

Answer 2

When different groups are separated from each other

Question 3

Urban social exclusion

Answer 3

Economic and social problems faced by residents in areas of multiple deprivation

Question 4

Reasons for social segregation

Answer 4

Housing - wealthy people can buy land far away
Ethnic discrimination - may not be able to get a well paying job so have cheaper housing

Question 5

Issues of economic inequality

Answer 5

Political and social unrest e.g. rioting
A rise in crime, drug use and violence
Health problems e.g. cities with a higher level of income and inequality have malnourished kids

Question 6

Social and economic issues in Leeds

Answer 6

Leeds is in the midst of a housing crisis due to a lack of affordable housing
15-20,000 properties are a concern due to poor level of accommodation

Question 7

Social and economic issues of Rio

Answer 7

Housing problems - 100,000 migrants each year and many squat on public or private land
Favelas - there are up to 1000 favelas in greater Rio de Janeiro

Question 8

Strategies to manage economic inequality

Answer 8

Improving transport systems
Construction of affordable housing
Minimum wages