Ageing populations

Question 1

What is an ageing population

Answer 1

An ageing population is when a country has a large proportion over 60 years old. Eg. Japan, UK, Germany

Question 2

3 things ageing populations cost the government for

Answer 2

1) Medical care costs
2) Pensions
3) Nursing homes

Question 3

4 ways to help an ageing population

Answer 3

1) Raising taxes to pay for health care insurance for the elderly
2) Provide government incentives for people to have more children, raising the birth rate
3) Attract immigrant workers
4) Raising the retirement age