(a)[5]
Identify the trends in working population in China and consider whether they are what might be expected in an emerging economy.
(b)[5]
The article states that ‘falling prices are bad for the economy’. Analyse whether falling prices necessarily damage an economy.
(c)[4]
Does the article give enough evidence to lead you to conclude that the changes in the Chinese economy would be bad for countries that trade with China?
(d)[6]
Using the article and your own knowledge, discuss what difference an investment approach to growth and a consumption approach to growth might make to an emerging economy such as China.