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State two limitations of using GNI per capita (2 marks)

GCSE · Geography · Edexcel · T2Topic 2: Development dynamics

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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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