0455.1.2.3 — quantity and quality of the factors of The causes of changes in the quantity and quality production of the various factors.: past paper questions
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- 0455/02 · Specimen 2027 · Q1c[2]
Explain one reason why productivity increased in Algeria’s tertiary sector.
See it on the paper → - 0455/02 · Specimen 2027 · Q1e[4]
Analyse the relationship between life expectancy and the net migration rate.
See it on the paper → - 0455/02 · Specimen 2027 · Q5c[6]
Analyse how a decrease in investment may increase poverty.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2026 · Q1f[5]
Analyse the relationship between the number of doctors and life expectancy. (f)
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2026 · Q4d[8]
Discuss whether or not a city would benefit from an increase in the size of its population.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2026 · Q5d[8]
Discuss whether or not economic growth reduces poverty.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · May/June 2026 · Q1d[4]
Explain two reasons why living standards may be high in Kuwait.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · May/June 2026 · Q2d[8]
Discuss whether or not a larger tertiary sector will increase a country’s economic development.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · February/March 2026 · Q1a[1]
Calculate the value of Senegal’s workers’ remittances in 2023.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · February/March 2026 · Q1b[2]
Identify two influences on household spending in Senegal.
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Analyse the relationship between GDP per head and the percentage of the population living in poverty.
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Explain two reasons for differences in income distribution between countries.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · October/November 2025 · Q2d[8]
Discuss whether or not increased government spending on education will lead to economic development.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2025 · Q1b[2]
Identify two external benefits of rainforests.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2025 · Q1d[4]
Explain two reasons why the Gabonese Government wants to reduce reliance on oil.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2025 · Q1f[5]
Analyse the relationship between the literacy rate and the percentage of the labour force employed in agriculture.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · February/March 2025 · Q1c[2]
Explain why immigration into Romania may increase in the future.
See it on the paper → - 0455/22 · February/March 2025 · Q1d[4]
Explain two reasons why household spending has increased in Romania.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · May/June 2024 · Q1e[4]
Analyse the relationship between the percentage of the labour force employed in agriculture and GDP per head.
See it on the paper → - 0455/21 · October/November 2023 · Q1d[4]
how having a more educated labour force can reduce poverty.
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What examiners said
Comprehensive responses • Some candidates calculated the value accurately, giving $2.79 bn or an acceptable rounded form such as $2.8 bn, showing correct interpretation of the data and appropriate use of units. • Many candidate responses demonstrated correct large-number notation and avoided common rounding errors. Limited responses • A few candidates gave $2.7 bn, showing imprecise rounding. • S...
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0455/22 Q1(a) (Cambridge)
Comprehensive responses • Most candidates identified two valid influences such as income, interest rates, or confidence, and selected the most relevant factors from the context. • Many responses showed clear understanding of how macroeconomic variables affect household behaviour. Limited responses • Some candidates listed more than two influences without prioritising, or included vague ideas not...
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0455/22 Q1(b) (Cambridge)
Comprehensive responses • Many candidates correctly identified an inverse/negative relationship. • Some candidates supported this with clear evidence, such as noting that Iceland had the highest GDP per head ($73 500) and the lowest poverty rate (0.0 per cent). • Some candidates also recognised exceptions, such as Papua New Guinea and Senegal. Limited responses • Some candidates incorrectly state...
— Examiner report, February/March 2026, 0455/22 Q1(f) (Cambridge)
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