Read the information presented in the Learning Activity titled “Understanding Social Problems.” In your own words, describe two of the root causes of political and social issues in Africa, as mentioned in the reading. What is being done to help combat these issues? What additional suggestions might you have for alleviating these problems? How do family size and population affect the economy, according to the reading? 2. After examining Figure 3.8 in the Learning Activity “Contributors to Globalization,” compare and contrast core areas with periphery countries mentioned in the reading. How does “brain drain” occur? In your view, what can be done to reduce it or prevent it from occurring? Please provide examples from the reading to support your responses.
