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GNI

the total of goods and services produced by a country each year dived by the population

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birth rate

no of babies born per yr

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Brandt line

Line which divides the northern “rich” countries from the southern “poor” countries

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Development

the progress a country makes

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LIC

Low Income Country (poorer, less developed technology, healthcare etc.)

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Globalisation

the world is becoming more connected through trade, transport and communications.

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Human Development Index

gives a country a score for how developed they are based on GDP and social indicators

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Outsourcing

It is often related to manufacturing or call centre jobs. The basic idea is that jobs which
used to be done in the UK (or other MEDCs) are now done in other locations. These are
usually the least cost location

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Primary employment

working with raw materials or extracting materials e.g. Farming, mining, fishing. These
jobs are usually low paid.

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Manufactured goods

products that come from a factory like mobile phones and smoothies

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How is development measured?

Development is measured using the Human Development Index (HDI) Covers life expectancy, education and living standards.).

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Why might CONSUMERS not buy Fairtrade products?

Price Considerations: Fair trade products often come with a premium price tag due to the higher costs associated with ethical sourcing and production. For some consumers, particularly those on tight budgets, price may be a significant factor in their purc

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How has China’s economy changed since 1978?

Since China began to open up and reform its economy in 1978, GDP growth has averaged over 9 percent a year, and more than 800 million people have lifted themselves out of poverty.

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How does Fairtrade help farmers?

The Fairtrade Standards promote training for farmers, which can include advice on switching to environmentally friendly practices, such as developing nutrient-rich soils that support healthy plants and encouraging wildlife to help control pests and diseas

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