Economic and social measures of development
Across
- 5. Most HICs have rates of 99%, however, in LICs it can be below 50%.
- 6. These are relatively low throughout much of the world due to basic improvements in health care.
- 7. There are huge global variations in this around the world. For example, in Norway, it is around US$93,820 whereas in Somalia is it US$150
Down
- 1. In HICs this can be over 80 years. In NEEs it is typically between 65-75 and in LICs it is typically in the 50s.
- 2. This composite measure is a score between 0-1. The higher the value the more developed a country.
- 3. Infant ________ figures vary enormously around the world, with the highest values in African countries.
- 4. A high rate is associated with poorer countries where child survival rates are low. Large families ensure a decent income for the family and provide support for ageing parents.