Y11 Economics - C33 Poverty

What is absolute poverty?

• Poverty that affects only certain regions

• Poverty compared to others in the country

• Lack of income to meet basic needs

• Poverty that is temporary

Which of the following is a cause of poverty?

• High literacy rates

• High-paying jobs

• Good healthcare

• Unemployment

What does the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) measure?

• Only income levels

• Deprivations in education, health, and standard of living

• Employment rates

• Government policies

Which policy can help reduce poverty?

• Reducing government spending

• Improving education quality

• Increasing taxes on the poor

• Limiting job creation

What is relative poverty?

• Poverty compared to the average standard of living

• Poverty that affects everyone equally

• Poverty that is only temporary

• Poverty that is absolute in nature

Which of the following is NOT a government policy to alleviate poverty?

• Promoting economic growth

• Raising national minimum wage

• Encouraging multinational companies

• Increasing taxes on all citizens

What is one effect of uneven distribution of income?

• Increased social unity

• Division within society

• Higher average income for all

• Improved healthcare access

How can land reform help reduce poverty?

• By increasing taxes on landowners

• By increasing ownership of land

• By limiting land ownership

• By reducing agricultural output

What is a consequence of being in poverty?

• Easier access to education

• Difficulty in escaping poverty

• Better healthcare access

• Increased job opportunities

Which of the following is a method to measure poverty?

• Income tax returns

• Household surveys for MPI

• Government spending reports

• Employment statistics