Essay: Various levels of development

Essay: Various levels of development

Using materials in this chapter, review the major economic, social, and demographic characteristics that contribute to a country’s level of development. Which indicators can vary significantly by gender within countries at various levels of development? Why?

(Write at least 100 words and respond to at least one student).

KS:

One major economic characteristic discussed in this chapter was the per capita GNI. This measures the mean wealth among the citizens, but not the distribution. I think this could significantly vary depending on gender because as we know, women make less on average in the United States. I believe that this would carry over into other countries as well. Some social aspects mentioned in the chapter include life expectancy and literacy which I believe can vary significantly by gender as well. Often times, young girls are not encouraged to go to school in developing countries. This can negatively impact their literacy rates. On the other hand, women generally live longer than men. In terms of life expectancy, I think it can vary by gender as well but in favor of women instead of men

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