AP AP Human Development & Quality of Life 2

Question 1

Rostow's Stages of Economic Growth model describes development as:

Accepted Answer

Linear, moving from traditional society to high mass consumption

Answer

Rostow's model outlines five linear stages: traditional society, preconditions for takeoff, takeoff, drive to maturity, and age of high mass consumption.

Question 2

Dependency theory critiques Rostow's model by arguing that:

Accepted Answer

Underdevelopment is actively created by wealthy nations exploiting poorer ones

Answer

Dependency theory holds that global capitalism structurally disadvantages developing nations, keeping them dependent on wealthy core nations.

Question 3

Which indicator best reflects the standard of living for average citizens rather than total national wealth?

Accepted Answer

GDP per capita (PPP)

Answer

GDP per capita adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP) accounts for what money can actually buy in a country, better reflecting living standards.

Question 4

A microfinance institution primarily helps development by:

Accepted Answer

Offering small loans to low-income individuals to start businesses

Answer

Microfinance extends small amounts of credit to entrepreneurs in developing regions who lack access to traditional banking, stimulating local economic growth.

Question 5

The term 'brain drain' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Emigration of educated professionals from developing to developed countries

Answer

Brain drain occurs when skilled workers leave their home country, depriving it of human capital needed for development.

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AP AP Human Development & Quality of Life 2