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What is the computed daily 'food poor' threshold set by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)?
What is the computed daily 'food poor' threshold set by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)?
According to economist Emmanuel Leyco, what is needed for a more accurate understanding of citizens' needs?
According to economist Emmanuel Leyco, what is needed for a more accurate understanding of citizens' needs?
What monthly amount did NEDA secretary Arsenio Balisacan suggest for a family of five to meet the threshold?
What monthly amount did NEDA secretary Arsenio Balisacan suggest for a family of five to meet the threshold?
What factors did Leyco mention should be considered when computing the food threshold?
What factors did Leyco mention should be considered when computing the food threshold?
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How did the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) determine the daily food cost for the threshold?
How did the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) determine the daily food cost for the threshold?
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What does the sample food bundle for breakfast include?
What does the sample food bundle for breakfast include?
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According to the article, how much does the sample menu cost at Mega Q-Mart?
According to the article, how much does the sample menu cost at Mega Q-Mart?
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What was the conclusion of the PSA regarding the daily amount of P64 per person?
What was the conclusion of the PSA regarding the daily amount of P64 per person?
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What ingredients were Bayan Muna able to purchase based on the PSA’s sample menu?
What ingredients were Bayan Muna able to purchase based on the PSA’s sample menu?
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What might be a potential consequence of adhering to the recommended diet based on the sample menu for an extended period?
What might be a potential consequence of adhering to the recommended diet based on the sample menu for an extended period?
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Study Notes
Food Poverty Threshold in the Philippines
- Current Threshold: Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) computes the "food poor" threshold at P64 daily per person.
- Expert Opinion: Economist Emmanuel Leyco states that P64 is inadequate for fulfilling daily nutritional needs.
- Call for Surveys: Emphasis on conducting meaningful surveys to assess the true food requirements of citizens.
Nutritional Requirements
- Nutritional Assessment: Importance of evaluating what can be bought with P64 and its nutritional value.
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Sample Food Bundle: PSA's costed menu includes:
- Breakfast: Scrambled egg, coffee with milk, boiled rice.
- Lunch: Boiled monggo with malunggay, dried dilis, banana, boiled rice.
- Dinner: Fried fish or boiled pork, vegetable dish, boiled rice.
- Snacks: Bread or boiled root crop.
Regional Variability Impact
- Regional Disparities: Inflation, prices, and wages can vary widely across different areas in the Philippines.
- Monthly Threshold: NEDA estimates that a family of five requires P9,581 monthly, averaging P64 per person daily.
Market Observations
- Market Prices: Actual expenses for the PSA's sample menu in Mega Q-Mart observed at P174.50, excluding rice and cooking essentials.
- Bayan Muna Investigation: Attempt to buy sample ingredients revealed inability to match the PSA menu costs with budget constraints.
Implications and Recommendations
- Insufficient Amount: PSA acknowledges that P64 fails to meet nutritional needs, with methodology under review.
- Health Risks: National Nutrition Council warns that sustained consumption within this budget may result in health issues and impairment.
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Description
This quiz examines the complexities surrounding the computation of the 'food poor' threshold in the Philippines, emphasizing the need for the government to consider inflation, regional wages, and nutritional requirements. Learn from economist Emmanuel Leyco's insights on whether the current P64 daily allowance is sufficient for Filipinos' food needs.
