The National Economy · Macroeconomics

Economic Growth and Living Standards

Exploring the causes of growth and whether GDP is a sufficient measure of human well-being.

Key Questions

  1. 1Is constant economic growth sustainable on a finite planet?
  2. 2Who benefits most from a 3 percent rise in national output?
  3. 3How do cultural incentives drive differences in global growth rates?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: Economics - Economic GrowthA-Level: Economics - National Income and Living Standards
Year: Year 12
Subject: Economics
Unit: The National Economy
Period: Macroeconomics

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