Economic Systems

Without economic systems our world would not function properly. This title examines various aspects of our global economic systems. Have you ever wondered why some countries are richer than others? The first chapter deals with economic development and how countries have got to where they are today. Have you also ever wondered why factories are found in some places but not others, or who decides where a new factory should go? These things are not left to chance; there are many factors that affect the location of different industries, and these are detailed in chapter two. Chapter three looks at economic development and the environment. We must remember that everything we do has an impact on our surroundings and the resources we leave available to future generations. The last two chapters deal with specific industries - retailing and the tourist industry.