• There are drastic differences between the levels of development of nations.
• The least developed countries are characterized by a high infant mortality rate, a low level of education, as well as weak health care and welfare systems.
• The production of consumer goods often contains environmental and human rights problems.
• Many problems, such as climate change, are quickly worsening. However, some problems have become less grave: infant mortality and poverty have decreased, and literacy and education are improving all around the world.
• You can help to make the world a better place by making responsible and informed choices.
• Key words: undeveloped nations, developing nations, developed nations, Gross Domestic Product, Human Development Index, infant mortality, elocogical baggage.