Political & Economic Change in Development
Which country implemented the Plug-In Car Grant to encourage the use of electric vehicles?
Germany
USA
UK
China
What type of economy is characterized by private ownership with minimal government interference?
Traditional economy
Command economy
Mixed economy
Free-market economy
What is the main objective of governments when implementing policies to engage citizens in more sustainable practices?
To increase government regulation.
To strengthen the health system.
To maintain stability and legitimacy.
To promote economic growth.
What is the primary purpose of government subsidies for industry compliance with green technology?
To incentivize more sustainable practices.
To increase government revenue.
To promote economic liberalization.
To encourage the growth of businesses.
In what way might a nation's joining of an international trade organization such as the WTO affect its domestic labour policies?
Cease enforcement of minimum wage legislation to attract foreign investments.
Prohibit the formation of trade unions and worker collectives entirely.
Loosen all labour laws to undercut international competition.
Introduce standards to align with international labour regulations.
Which of the following economic policies is most commonly associated with a socialist ideology?
Complete deregulation of financial markets.
Government ownership of major industries.
Implementation of a flat tax system.
Privatization of healthcare and education.
What does economic liberalization usually lead to in terms of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)?
No impact on FDI.
A decrease in FDI.
An increase in domestic investment.
An increase in FDI.

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In a country transitioning from state-led to market-oriented policies, what change in civil society is most plausible as industrialization advances?
Reduced citizen participation in politics due to satisfaction with economic growth.
The dissolution of social movements owing to improved living standards through industrial jobs.
The emergence of labor unions lobbying for workers’ rights and protections.
A decline in non-governmental organizations due to increased state control over the economy.
Which solution involves physically relocating factories to address the impacts of industrialization?
Economic Liberalization.
Development.
Policies.
Changing Structures.
How might a unitary state’s centralized decision-making process impact its ability to effectively manage the social challenges of rapid industrialization compared to a federal system?
It may be less responsive to local needs due to lack of regional autonomy.
It gives more power to local governments to address specific regional issues.
It can better facilitate economic competition across regions within the state.
It allows for quicker policy implementation across all regions with diverse needs.