Practice What Development Promises — Different People, Different Goals (1.1)

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Question 1.
Why might a rural laborer prioritize job security over salary?
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Think about the importance of stability in life.
Question 2.
Give an example of a goal that may conflict with industrial development.
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Consider community and nature.
3Question 3.
Which of the following groups may prioritize job security over income?
- Urban professionals
- Landless rural laborers
- Wealthy businessmen
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Consider the perspective of those with riskier jobs.
4Question 4.
True or False: Income is the only consideration in defining development.
- True
- False
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Think of what gives life meaning beyond wealth.
Question 5.
Discuss how you would approach policymaking for a national development program considering conflicting goals.
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Think about how compromises can be made.
Question 6.
Develop a plan for community development involving both economic growth and environmental sustainability.
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Consider renewable resources as part of the solution.

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