8. In many developing nations, young women have historically had lower school enrollment rates than young men. In recent years, policies have been implemented to encourage young women to stay enrolled in school until they at least complete their secondary education (high school equivalent). Describe several ways in which these policies and more educational opportunities for young women can lead to faster and more robust economic growth in these countries (hint: how will different determinants of productivity be affected?).

8. In many developing nations, young women have historically had lower school enrollment rates than young men. In recent years, policies have been implemented to encourage young women to stay enrolled in school until they at least complete their secondary education (high school equivalent). Describe several ways in which these policies and more educational opportunities for young women can lead to faster and more robust economic growth in these countries (hint: how will different determinants of productivity be affected?).

Principles of Economics 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781947172364

Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter20: Economic Growth

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 22CTQ: Over the past 50 years, many countries have experienced an annual growth rate in real GDP per capita...

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