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Dec 2020
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93. Economic Progress vs Other Types of ...

LILIE KING
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Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

economic advancement

economic advances

economic growth

to grow THE economy

 

highest priority

be of equal importance

 

an improved standard of living

a higher standard of living

 

prioritize

increase national happiness

 

liberty

liberal

 

suppress 

Read the whole sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/many-governments-think-that-economic-progress/

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