Economic Growth and Sustainable Development (Junior Cert Business Studies): Quizzes
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What are the three pillars of sustainability?
What are the three pillars of sustainability?
Social, environmental, economic
How are the three pillars of sustainability related to each other?
How are the three pillars of sustainability related to each other?
They are interconnected
How does economic growth create jobs in society?
How does economic growth create jobs in society?
Businesses expand & need more workers
What happens to emigration during periods of economic growth?
What happens to emigration during periods of economic growth?
It reduces as jobs are available at home
During Ireland's Celtic Tiger, unemployment fell from what level to under 4%?
During Ireland's Celtic Tiger, unemployment fell from what level to under 4%?
Over 15%
What work-life issue can economic growth create?
What work-life issue can economic growth create?
Longer working hours & increased stress
What green option can wealthier families afford for their homes?
What green option can wealthier families afford for their homes?
Solar panels & better insulation
What can Irish households receive grants for during economic growth?
What can Irish households receive grants for during economic growth?
Installing solar panels
What do fossil fuels release that contributes to climate change?
What do fossil fuels release that contributes to climate change?
Greenhouse gases
What happens to wildlife when forests are cleared for development?
What happens to wildlife when forests are cleared for development?
Habitats are destroyed
What does 'decoupling' mean in sustainable development?
What does 'decoupling' mean in sustainable development?
Economic growth whilst reducing impact