AP Human Geography Flashcards: Measures Of Development

Study Measures Of Development in AP Human Geography with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Name one challenge in measuring development using GDP.

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ANSWER

GDP does not account for environmental degradation. GDP fails to subtract environmental costs from economic gains.

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A secondary source excerpt states that GDP per capita can increase while environmental quality declines, because GDP counts market production but does not subtract many environmental damages. Which conclusion best aligns with the excerpt?

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