Study Figure 8c, which outlines several factors contributing to global inequalities in development.
| Category of Factor | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical / Environmental | Poor soils, frequent tropical storms, and being landlocked restrict agricultural output and trade. |
| Historical | Historic colonial exploitation extracted valuable raw materials, leaving legacy systems that struggle to diversify. |
| Economic | Fluctuating commodity prices and high national debt limit government spending on public infrastructure. |
| Political | Poor governance and conflict disrupt economic investment, schooling, and healthcare. |
Assess the influence of physical and economic factors in creating uneven global development.
