Ageing population - Japan Flashcards
1
Q
What is the life expectancy?
A
81.6
2
Q
What is the dependancy ratio?
A
60%
3
Q
What percentage of the country is over 65?
A
19.7%
4
Q
What percentage of the population is 0-14
A
14%
5
Q
What is the fertility rate?
A
1.4
6
Q
What are the causes of the ageing population?
A
Culturally healthy diet
210:1000 doctor to patient ratio
High quality of life
Very strict immigration policies
7
Q
What solutions have been proposed?
A
Child care provided near train stations so its easy for parents to drop off their kids then go to work
Paternity leave provided
8
Q
What is the average age of the first child?
A
30.3
