Human 'wellbeing' encompasses the following dimensions....

Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political

The Happy Planet Index focuses on.....

Life expectancy, experienced wellbeing &ecological footprint

Which of the following terms is the preferred way to describe differing levels of development?

More Economically Developed and Less Economically Developed

Which definition best describes a 'Newly Industrialised Country'?

One that is modernising and changing quickly.

The Human Development Index quantifies development. Which primary factors does it consider?

Life expectancy, income levels & education/literacy

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1
Which nation was #1 on the 2015 HDI rankings?
Japan
Australia
Norway
Switzerland
2
Human 'wellbeing' encompasses the following dimensions....
Cultural, Social, Historical, Personal, Economic, Political
Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political
Medical, Educational, Financial & Cultural
Technological, Environmental, Social, Financial, Economic
3
The Happy Planet Index focuses on.....
Income levels, ecological footprint & experienced wellbeing.
Experienced wellbeing, ecological footprint & income levels.
Ecological footprint, life expectancy & income levels.
Life expectancy, experienced wellbeing &ecological footprint
4
Gross National Happiness does not focus on....
Protecting the environment
Disposable income
Social inclusion
The preservation of culture
5
Which of the following terms is the preferred way to describe differing levels of development?
Most Economically Developed and Least Economically Developed
Developed and Developing Countries
More Economically Developed and Less Economically Developed
The First, Second and Third World
6
In which continent do we find some of the world's lowest literacy, equality & income rates?
Africa
South America
Europe
North America
7
Which of the following factors does not play a key role in influencing development?
Culture/Religion
Agriculture
Strength of institutions
Location
8
Which pattern best describes the global distribution of high incomes?
Clustered
Radial
Linear
Even
9
Which definition best describes a 'Newly Industrialised Country'?
One that is becoming more urbanised.
One that is modernising and changing quickly.
One that has recently become independent.
One that is becoming more well developed.
10
The Human Development Index quantifies development. Which primary factors does it consider?
Literacy rates, income levels & corruption levels
Life expectancy, literacy rates & environmental footprint
Life expectancy, income levels & education/literacy
Life expectancy, income levels & gender equality

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