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Real World Examples

These case studies use real world examples (RWEs) to help IB Economics Standard Level students prepare for Paper 2. The case studies will range from full Paper 2-style questions to smaller case studies focused on particular syllabus topics and subtopics. Each case study includes sample answers and mark schemes to help guide you in answering these SL papers appropriately.

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Full-Length Data Response Questions

Exam style questions (Paper 2)

Focused Data Response Questions

Topic specific questions (Paper 2)

Full-Length Data Response Questions

Exam style questions (Paper 2)

Paper 2

medium

105 mins

Argentina

This case study looks at inflation in Argentina, and the role foreign investment may play in Argentina's future growth and development.

medium

105 mins

Maldives

This case study looks at economic development in the Maldives, with specific focus on the impact of international trade and climate change.

medium

105 mins

Morocco

This case study looks at the role of exports on Morocco's economic growth and development.

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medium

105 mins

Colombia

This case study looks at economic growth and development strategies for Colombia.

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medium

105 mins

Pakistan

This case study investigates the implications of public debt and the foreign sector for Pakistan's economic growth and development.

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medium

105 mins

Cambodia

This case study investigates how Cambodia's economic development is affected by economic integration and Chinese investment.

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easy

105 mins

Malaysia

This macroeconomics focused case study investigates the role of market-based supply-side policies in Malaysia (subtopics 3.1 - 3.7).

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medium

105 mins

Kazakhstan

This case study investigates the implications of Kazakhstan's efforts to diversify its economy.

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medium

105 mins

Sri Lanka

This case study focuses on Sri Lanka's economic crisis of 2022.

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Real World Examples

Data Response Questions based on RWEs to develop skills in analysing and evaluating data that you need for Paper 2.

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