The Distribution of Economic Wealth (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What economic strategy did Ireland focus on in the early years after independence?
What economic strategy did Ireland focus on in the early years after independence?
Import substitution
By 1950, what percentage of Irish exports were directed to the UK?
By 1950, what percentage of Irish exports were directed to the UK?
90%
What corporation tax rate on exports was introduced post-1960s to attract investment?
What corporation tax rate on exports was introduced post-1960s to attract investment?
0%
In what year were tariff barriers removed in Ireland?
In what year were tariff barriers removed in Ireland?
1960
What term describes the 1960-1989 phenomenon where old industries declined faster than new ones emerged?
What term describes the 1960-1989 phenomenon where old industries declined faster than new ones emerged?
Jobless growth
By 2002, Ireland's GDP per capita had reached what percentage of the EU-15 average?
By 2002, Ireland's GDP per capita had reached what percentage of the EU-15 average?
122%
What was Ireland's GDP per capita as a percentage of EU-15 average in 1960?
What was Ireland's GDP per capita as a percentage of EU-15 average in 1960?
63.2%
During which period did the Celtic Tiger phenomenon occur?
During which period did the Celtic Tiger phenomenon occur?
1994-2002
What was the annual GDP growth rate during the Celtic Tiger period?
What was the annual GDP growth rate during the Celtic Tiger period?
Over 7%
Which industries specialized in Dublin during the Celtic Tiger era?
Which industries specialized in Dublin during the Celtic Tiger era?
ICT & financial services
What percentage of GDP did exports account for by 1997?
What percentage of GDP did exports account for by 1997?
78.4%
Which component created demand for skilled labour in Ireland's 'Virtuous Circle'?
Which component created demand for skilled labour in Ireland's 'Virtuous Circle'?
Foreign clusters