Can the Standard of Living be Measured in Units of Energy per Person?

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Start date Mar 21, 2005
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The discussion centers on the feasibility of measuring a society's standard of living in terms of kilojoules per person. Participants express skepticism about the practicality of this measurement, suggesting it may be overly complex or nearly impossible to quantify accurately. There is a call for guidance on how to approach this question, indicating a need for clearer parameters or definitions. The conversation highlights the challenges in linking energy availability directly to quality of life indicators. Ultimately, the topic raises important questions about the relationship between energy consumption and living standards.

Mar 21, 2005

bebelova

Hi, i woud like to ask one thing...

Discuss the idea that the standard of living in a society might be measured in units of kJ/person available in that society.

...just instruct me how to do this question i mean what answer they
are looking for...

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Mar 21, 2005

Paul Wilson

Was there any more info given? That question, to my knowledge, is damned near impossible.

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