Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Major exports and imports

Major exports and imports — practice question

Fig. 4.1 shows a map of southern and western Pakistan with province boundaries and international borders, plus neighbouring countries, the Arabian Sea, and the locations marked Y and Z. Fig. 4.2 presents a bar chart of the value of Pakistan’s imports from 2015 to 2020 in US$ billions.
(a(i))[2]

Use Fig. 4.1, which is a map of southern and western Pakistan. State the province-level areas Y and Z shown on Fig. 4.1.

(a(ii))[2]

Using Fig. 4.1 only, describe where Balochistan is located.

(a(iii))[1]

Using Fig. 4.1 only, estimate the total area of Balochistan. Circle the correct answer: 350 km$^2$, 35 000 km$^2$, 350 000 km$^2$, 3 500 000 km$^2$.

(b(i))[1]

Define ‘balance of trade’.

(b(ii))[3]

Name one of Pakistan’s main trading partners, and give one example of goods imported from it and one example of goods exported to it.

(b(iii))[2]

Using Fig. 4.2 only: - What was the value of Pakistan’s imports in 2016? - How has the value of Pakistan’s imports changed since 2018?

(b(iv))[4]

Describe the changes in the kinds and quantities of goods imported by Pakistan in recent years.

(c)[4]

Explain two factors which may promote trade with other countries. You should develop your answer.

(d)[6]

Evaluate the extent to which Pakistan can increase its trade with other countries. Give reasons to support your judgement and refer to examples you have studied. You should consider different points of view in your answer.

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