Social inequality
What Social inequality means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
Rapid rural-urban migration can create severe urban inequality and slum settlements, and rapid growth often widens the wealth gap and creates urban poverty.
A situation where the benefits of economic development are not shared evenly, leaving some regions in poverty.
A social challenge of urban growth that often drives an increase in crime rates.
Inequalities in housing, education and health within urban areas.
Topics that use Social inequality
- Section A: Urban issues and challenges (AQA GCSE)
- Section B: The changing economic world (AQA GCSE)
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