The cost of dental care is rising in most countries. For instance, the average cost of filling a tooth is $180 in the US. The number of dentists is also rising in the US. The biggest share of the US labour force works in the tertiary sector. Price changes affect the supply of products in the tertiary sector, and also in the primary and secondary sectors.
(a)[2]
Identify two reasons why someone may decide to train to become a dentist.
(b)[4]
Explain two reasons why manufactured goods are generally more price-elastic in supply than agricultural goods.
(c)[6]
Analyse the advantages of a rise in a country's labour force.
(d)[8]
Discuss whether a government ought to provide free dental treatment.
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