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Advantages and Disadvantages of Rapid Economic Growth

Level:
A-Level, IB Diploma
Board:
AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, IB, OCR, WJEC

Last updated 17 May 2019

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This revision presentation looks at the key advantages and disadvantages of rapid economic growth and explain the meaning of sustainable, balanced and inclusive growth.

Benefits and Costs of Economic Growth (2019 Update)
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