The effect of productivity on economic growth

Question 1

Name 5 factors that can have a negative effect on the productivity of labour.

Answer 1

• ill health
• lack of education and training
• poor motivation
• absenteeism
• strikes and industrial action

(ISIPA)

Question 2

Name four ways the government tries to increase the labour productivity.

Answer 2

• Ensuring workers are well Educated and well trained
• taking steps to improve the Health status of workers
• taking steps to ensure that workers are well Motivated
• making laws which compel employees to go to work except when they are Sick.

(SHEM)

Question 3

Name three ways the government tries to increase the productivity of natural resources.

Answer 3

• Educating people about the sustainable use of resources
• passing laws which prevent the exploitation of natural resources
• encouraging people to use natural resources responsibly

(EEP)