Unit 3.4 · Economics of Inequality and Poverty
Causes of Inequality and Poverty
AO2
Syllabus Requirement
Structural and systemic causes including education, resource ownership, discrimination, and global factors.
Assessment Objectives
AO2Application and Analysis
Summary
This topic examines the factors that contribute to inequality and poverty within an economy. Understanding these causes is essential for evaluating government policies aimed at promoting equity and improving overall economic well-being.