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Dutch disease

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An economic phenomenon where resource wealth (such as oil) causes currency appreciation and inflation, making other sectors like agriculture uncompetitive and reducing economic diversification.

AP course connection

Topic 5.9: 5.9 Impact of Natural Resources

Unit 5