Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

Per capita electricity consumption is considered an index of development because energy is a basic requirement for economic development. Every sector — agriculture, industry, transport, commercial and domestic — needs energy inputs. Higher per capita consumption indicates greater industrial activity, better living standards, and overall economic growth of a nation.

Source: Conservation of Energy Resources, Chapter 5

• The key link is: energy → economic development → standard of living.
• Examiners expect you to mention that all sectors (agriculture, industry, transport, domestic) depend on energy, and connect higher consumption to higher development levels.
• Avoid writing more than 50–60 words; this is a 2-mark answer. Two clear points are sufficient.