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Explain how increased energy consumption typically correlates with economic activity, providing an example.
Explain how increased energy consumption typically correlates with economic activity, providing an example.
Increased energy consumption supports industrial production, transportation, and technological advancements, all vital for economic growth. For example, a country investing in manufacturing will likely see a rise in its energy usage.
Describe two potential challenges faced by workers in the informal employment sector.
Describe two potential challenges faced by workers in the informal employment sector.
Workers in the informal sector often face challenges such as a lack of job security/benefits and limited access to legal protections.
Outline two key factors influencing the location of a manufacturing plant.
Outline two key factors influencing the location of a manufacturing plant.
The location of a manufacturing plant can be influenced by access to raw materials to minimize transport costs, and proximity to markets to reach consumers efficiently.
Briefly explain how a country's population distribution might affect its ability to utilize natural resources effectively.
Briefly explain how a country's population distribution might affect its ability to utilize natural resources effectively.
Identify two significant environmental challenges associated with the rapid growth of megacities.
Identify two significant environmental challenges associated with the rapid growth of megacities.
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Economic activity
Economic activity
Work linked to energy use.
Informal employment
Informal employment
Jobs not formally recorded or regulated.
Economic sectors
Economic sectors
Different types of work (farming, industry, services).
Location factors
Location factors
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Increasing urbanization
Increasing urbanization
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Study Notes
- Economic activity is closely related to energy consumption and availability.
- Informal employment constitutes a significant portion of the workforce in many economies.
- Various economic sectors exist, each with different employment levels.
- The location of economic activities is influenced by multiple factors.
- The distribution and utilization of population and resources are interconnected.
- Urbanization is increasing, leading to the growth of megacities.
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Explore the relationships between economic activities, energy, and employment. Understand the impact of informal employment and the distribution of population and resources. Examine the rise of urbanization and the growth of megacities.
