20.+Development+Patterns

__Development__ __Patterns__ · The most commonly used map to show differences in development is the one shown below. · It divides the world into 2 groups, the MEDC’s ( more economically developed countries) and the LEDC’s ( less economically developed countries). · MEDC’s above the line and LEDC’s are below the line. · MEDC’s are the richer, more industrialised countries. · LEDC’s are the poorer, less industrialised countries. see **figure 11.1** on **pg.180** of the textbook