Developing vs. Developed Nations

Which country is classified as a moderately developed country?

• Canada

• Afghanistan

• Kiribati

• China

Which country is classified as a developing country?

• United Kingdom

• New Zealand

• Republic of the Philippines

• Australia

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of moderately developed countries?

• Increasing standard of living

• High unemployment rates that are lowering

• Strong economic growth

• Consume 88% of the natural resources on Earth

What is the per capita income for citizens of developing countries?

• $500-$1,000

• Less than $1,000

• Over $12,000

• $1,000-$12,000

Which of the following is most likely a characteristic of a developing country?

• Low unemployment rate

• High GDP per capita

• High birth rate

• High literacy rate

These countries typically have simple, agriculture-based economies

• Developed countries

• Developing countries

What is the difference in the impact of new technologies on developing versus developed nations?

• Developing nations have unequal access to computers and other types of communication.

• The introduction of new technologies decreases the progress of a developing nation.

• The use of new technologies increases unemployment in developing nations.

• The use of computers and other types of communication has had the same impact on all nations.

Which of the following is a common characteristic of developed nations?

• High literacy rates

• High birth rates

• Low GDP per capita

• High unemployment rates

What is a significant economic challenge often faced by developing nations?

• High levels of industrialization

• Low levels of foreign debt

• High levels of poverty

• High levels of technological advancement

Which of the following countries is typically classified as a developed nation?

• Norway

• Bangladesh

• Nigeria

• Nepal