Cumulative Advantage Theory

Cumulative Advantage Theory suggests that initial advantages in knowledge or skills can lead to greater opportunities over time. For example, someone who starts learning a subject early may gain more resources, recognition, or connections, leading to improved learning and opportunities compared to others who begin later. This creates a cycle where early success builds momentum, making it easier to achieve even more. In the context of general knowledge, it means those who have a head start in learning tend to accumulate more knowledge and benefits throughout their lives, widening the gap between them and those who start later.