SUS1501
Assignment 5 Semester 2 2025
2 2025
Unique Number
Due date: 15 September 2025
WHERE DO I FIT IN NOW? (200 words)
In this section you need to reflect on where you fit into the economic landscape painted by the background
facts. This reflection should include:
An evaluation of where you fit in (the site https://wid.world/simulator/ might help you to do this a bit
more objectively);
A description of what this means in terms of your day-to-day life – your challenges and your
privileges; and
An evaluation of what you think about this location – how this location makes you feel.
This must be at least 200 words long.
When I reflect on the global economic landscape shaped by extreme inequality, I realise that
my own position falls somewhere in the middle. Using the WID simulator as a guide, I can see
that compared to people in countries like the DRC, where children are forced into dangerous
cobalt mining, I am part of a global minority that enjoys relative privilege. I have access to
education, healthcare, technology, and freedom of choice in ways that many people simply do
not. At the same time, I am not in the same category as billionaires like Elon Musk, whose
daily increase in wealth surpasses what entire communities may earn in a lifetime.
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Assignment 05
SUS1501 – Sustainability and Greed
Student Number:
Date:
Teaching Assistant Name:
Declaration:
By submitting this assignment, I implicitly declare that this is my own work.
I am aware that if ANY unacknowledged copying is detected in ANY part of this
assignment, I will get 0 (zero) for the entire assignment.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Read the “1. Background Facts” and “2. Introduction” sections below;
Fill in your assignment contributions under the relevant headings 3 – 5 below – DO
NOT DELETE THE TEMPLATE CONTENT TO REDUCE YOUR TURNITIN SCORE;
Save the file as a Word document with a short name (myUnisa will reject files with
long names);
Submit this file into the Assessment 5 assignment space on myUnisa;
Take a screen grab of the final submission acknowledgement on myUnisa and save
this somewhere safe in case of any disputes:
Check under the Assignments tool that there is a date in the “Processed” cell for the
SUS1501 Assignment 5.
NB – DO NOT RESUMBIT AN ASSIGNMENT AFTER THE DEADLINE HAS PASSED EVEN
IF THE SYSTEM ALLOWS YOU TO DO SO. THIS WILL CHANGE YOUR SUBMISSION
DATE AND YOUR SUBMISSION WILL REFLECT AS LATE
Assignment 5 Semester 2 2025
2 2025
Unique Number
Due date: 15 September 2025
WHERE DO I FIT IN NOW? (200 words)
In this section you need to reflect on where you fit into the economic landscape painted by the background
facts. This reflection should include:
An evaluation of where you fit in (the site https://wid.world/simulator/ might help you to do this a bit
more objectively);
A description of what this means in terms of your day-to-day life – your challenges and your
privileges; and
An evaluation of what you think about this location – how this location makes you feel.
This must be at least 200 words long.
When I reflect on the global economic landscape shaped by extreme inequality, I realise that
my own position falls somewhere in the middle. Using the WID simulator as a guide, I can see
that compared to people in countries like the DRC, where children are forced into dangerous
cobalt mining, I am part of a global minority that enjoys relative privilege. I have access to
education, healthcare, technology, and freedom of choice in ways that many people simply do
not. At the same time, I am not in the same category as billionaires like Elon Musk, whose
daily increase in wealth surpasses what entire communities may earn in a lifetime.
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
, For additional support +27 81 278 3372
Assignment 05
SUS1501 – Sustainability and Greed
Student Number:
Date:
Teaching Assistant Name:
Declaration:
By submitting this assignment, I implicitly declare that this is my own work.
I am aware that if ANY unacknowledged copying is detected in ANY part of this
assignment, I will get 0 (zero) for the entire assignment.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Read the “1. Background Facts” and “2. Introduction” sections below;
Fill in your assignment contributions under the relevant headings 3 – 5 below – DO
NOT DELETE THE TEMPLATE CONTENT TO REDUCE YOUR TURNITIN SCORE;
Save the file as a Word document with a short name (myUnisa will reject files with
long names);
Submit this file into the Assessment 5 assignment space on myUnisa;
Take a screen grab of the final submission acknowledgement on myUnisa and save
this somewhere safe in case of any disputes:
Check under the Assignments tool that there is a date in the “Processed” cell for the
SUS1501 Assignment 5.
NB – DO NOT RESUMBIT AN ASSIGNMENT AFTER THE DEADLINE HAS PASSED EVEN
IF THE SYSTEM ALLOWS YOU TO DO SO. THIS WILL CHANGE YOUR SUBMISSION
DATE AND YOUR SUBMISSION WILL REFLECT AS LATE
