2024 | EMS | Test 4
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2024 | EMS | Test 4

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What are the main components of the production process?

  • Demand and supply
  • Markets and industries
  • Resources and services
  • Inputs and outputs (correct)

    • Economic growth is unaffected by productivity levels.

    False

    What is one benefit of using sustainable resources in production?

    Reduces environmental impact

    The use of __________ technology can enhance productivity in the production process.

    <p>advanced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Inputs = Resources used in the production process Outputs = Goods and services produced Productivity = Efficiency of production Economic Growth = Increase in a country's output over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the production of a loaf of bread?

    <p>Grow and harvest the wheat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Production only involves the creation of goods, not services.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one basic need that can be satisfied by a product.

    <p>Food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The series of steps involved in creating a product is known as the ______ process.

    <p>production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the steps in bread production with their correct order:

    <p>1 = Bake the dough to produce bread 2 = Combine the flour with other ingredients to make dough 3 = Grind the wheat into flour 4 = Grow and harvest the wheat 5 = Produce the final product: a loaf of bread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects Nelson Mandela's view on education?

    <p>Education can have a transformative effect on one's life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The South African government prioritized education improvement after 1994.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between education levels and poverty?

    <p>Low education levels are linked to high levels of poverty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one solution to improve access to housing mentioned in the content.

    <p>Government builds houses for very poor people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Completing school and further studies significantly lowers the chances of living in poverty.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can good quality education provide to children?

    <p>Better job opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nelson Mandela stated that education is the great engine of personal ___.

    <p>development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following access areas with the proposed solutions:

    <p>Access to Housing = Government builds houses for very poor people. Access to Income = Banks will lend money to people who need it. Access to Education = Ideas not listed yet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The relationship between education and poverty is often described as a __________ cycle.

    <p>cyclical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts to their descriptions:

    <p>Low levels of education = Increased likelihood of poverty Good quality education = Better job opportunities Graduation = Breaking the poverty cycle Poorly paid jobs = Limited skillset and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sustainable job opportunities?

    <p>Short-term Profit Focus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employers need to view employees solely as a cost to the business.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial factor for reducing unemployment according to the content?

    <p>Skill training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sustainable job opportunities can be created by investing in __________ and improving skill training.

    <p>employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characteristic of sustainable job opportunities with its description:

    <p>Investment in Employees = Seeing employees as valuable resources Improved Education and Skill Training = Addressing skill gaps among workers Long-term Career Planning = Developing career paths for employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to job creation is considered more sustainable?

    <p>Training local people to maintain infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sustainable job opportunities can help reduce poverty and inequalities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is long-term career planning necessary for sustainable job creation?

    <p>It helps in developing pathways for employee growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary aim of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP)?

    <p>To improve basic services like water and electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The GEAR program was introduced before the RDP program.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym RDP stand for?

    <p>Reconstruction and Development Programme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The GEAR program aims to grow the economy, create jobs, and promote __________.

    <p>redistribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following programs with their key focus areas:

    <p>RDP = Rebuilding the economy and society GEAR = Creating jobs and reducing unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the population currently resides in urban areas?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transportation access from informal settlements to employment centers is generally adequate.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one health issue faced by the urban poor.

    <p>cholera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lack of affordable formal housing has led to the construction of _______ on the outskirts of urban areas.

    <p>informal shacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following challenges with their descriptions:

    <p>High unemployment = Lack of jobs for unskilled workers Informal settlements = Cramped living conditions without basic services Poverty = Low income levels leading to inadequate living conditions Inadequate healthcare = Limited access to health services for urban residents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes sustainable job opportunities?

    <p>Ongoing jobs with career advancement and skills development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sustainable job opportunities are only defined by the immediate income they provide.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of a sustainable job in terms of income?

    <p>Future income increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A job that provides skills training and opportunities for career advancement is considered a __________ job.

    <p>sustainable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics with their definitions:

    <p>Ongoing long-term employment = A position that provides stability and regular income Further education = Opportunities to acquire new skills and knowledge Career planning = Strategizing for long-term professional growth Future income increases = Potential for salary growth over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to high unemployment in rural areas after apartheid?

    <p>Limited job opportunities in agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most black people in rural areas owned land as a result of apartheid laws.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What infrastructure challenges do rural Bantustans face?

    <p>Lack of basic infrastructure such as land ownership, electricity, piped water, and waste disposal systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The distance from services in rural areas makes __________ expensive and time-consuming.

    <p>travel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following challenges to their descriptions:

    <p>High unemployment = Limited job opportunities in agriculture Lack of access to healthcare = Poor transportation and distance from services Insufficient educational resources = Few schools available Inadequate infrastructure = Lack of electricity, piped water, and waste disposal systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Accelerated Shared Growth Initiative for South Africa (AsgiSA)?

    <p>To increase economic growth and reduce poverty and unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The National Development Plan (NDP) aims to eliminate poverty by 2030.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the Accelerated Shared Growth Initiative for South Africa (AsgiSA) introduced?

    <p>2006</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The National Development Plan aims to create ___ million additional jobs by 2030.

    <p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the initiatives with their main purpose:

    <p>AsgiSA = Increase economic growth and reduce poverty NDP = Eliminate poverty by 2030 Reconstruction and Development Programme = Address historical injustices Growth, Employment, and Redistribution Programme = Improve job creation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Unit 1: Production, Inputs, and Outputs

    • Production is the process of making goods or services to satisfy people's needs and wants
    • To make bread, the steps are:
      • Grow and harvest the wheat
      • Grind the wheat into flour
      • Combine the flour with other ingredients to make dough
      • Bake the dough to produce bread
      • Produce the final product: a loaf of bread

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    This quiz explores the key aspects of the production process, including components and steps involved, particularly in the context of bread production. Additionally, it examines the impact of education on economic growth and poverty, highlighting Nelson Mandela's views on these topics. Test your understanding of these crucial subjects!

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