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Explain how life expectancy can be used as an indicator of quality of life.

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Section B: The changing economic world

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Explain how life expectancy can be used as an indicator of quality of life.

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Life expectancy indicates the average number of years a person is expected to live, reflecting the overall health, healthcare quality, and living conditions in a country. Higher life expectancy usually correlates with better quality of life.

Explanation

This question assesses the ability to apply knowledge of social development measures to explain their relevance to quality of life, demonstrating an understanding of the relationship between health and development.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding GNI per Head

Students often confuse GNI per head with total GNI, thinking it represents the total economic output of a country rather than the average income per person.

Emphasize that GNI per head is calculated by dividing the total GNI by the population, which gives an average income per person, helping to assess individual economic well-being.

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