Practice Capitalism (5.1) - Foundations of Government & Political - IB MYP Grade 10 Individuals & Societies

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Question 1.
What is capitalism?
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Think about ownership and government involvement.
Question 2.
Name one country that practices capitalism.
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Consider countries with free markets.
3Question 3.
What defines capitalism?
- A system with government control
- A system with private ownership
- A system advocating socialism
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Focus on whose interests are prioritized in capitalism.
4Question 4.
True or False: Capitalism promotes equality among all citizens.
- True
- False
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Think about heard mentions of inequality in the discussions.
Question 5.
Explain how capitalism can both drive economic growth and contribute to social inequality. Provide examples from history or contemporary society.
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Consider specific industries that thrived in capitalist societies.
Question 6.
Evaluate how a mixed economy can mitigate the negative effects of capitalism while retaining its benefits.
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Think about specific policies enacted in countries like Sweden or Canada.

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