Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

How could the spread of AIDS in Africa affect the economies of that continent?

a rise in national economic growth rates

a reduction in imports and a rise in exports

a rise in the number of health care professionals

a drop in the number and productivity of workers

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Question 1 (Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)

How could the spread of AIDS in Africa affect the economies of that continent?

a rise in national economic growth rates

a reduction in imports and a rise in exports

a rise in the number of health care professionals

a drop in the number and productivity of workers

anonymous · Answer

It reduces the size the of the workforce, skilled and unskilled. It causes serious social problems that are likely to cause economic problems in the medium and long term. For example, the early death of adult parents often means that teenagers have to bring up their younger siblings (brothers and sisters) instead of continuing their education. This in turn reduces the number of future skilled workers.

anonymous · Answer

Good point, but something more direct? @evilmath

anonymous · Answer

its D

abb0t · Answer

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karatechopper · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

Thank You @evilmath

nincompoop · Answer

AIDS should not be reason for decreased production. We need to reflect that it may be diseases in general, not specifically AIDS that can decrease productivity.  Though it is not totally limited to diseases, many factors such as tribal wars that exist.  Whenever there's a war, only certain type of business flourish, and in Africa's case those type of businesses are the last thing they need.