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Question: State two limitations of using GNI per capita as a measure of development. (2 marks)
Mark scheme (AO1): 1 mark per valid limitation, max 2.
- Hides internal inequality (e.g. Gini coefficient needed).
- Ignores informal/subsistence economy.
- Does not measure quality of life, health, education, or environment.
- Affected by exchange rate fluctuations unless PPP-adjusted.
- Average figure — distorted by very wealthy elites (e.g. oil states).
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