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Writing Assignment #1
Imagine you are the US Ambassador to a country of your choice. A US ambassador officially represents the US government on behalf of the president, maintains diplomatic relations, helps promote peace, trade, and the exchange of information.
In a short essay (300 to 500 words), write a brief summary of the economic health of the country to which you are an ambassador. Include information such as: GDP, GDP per capita, GDP growth rate, the natural rate of unemployment, main exports and industries.
- What factors contribute to economic growth?
- What factors hinder economic growth?
- Do you think the GDP per capita is a close representation of the average citizen’s standard of living? Why or why not?
- What policies and ideas would you recommend to promote economic growth? (Be specific)
You may choose to write about any country. However, if three students have already written about a country you would like to write about, please choose a different country. This is on a first-come, first-served basis. To submit the assignment, click on the “reply” button below and type in your writing assignment.