Case Study Of A Youthful Population Flashcards
0
Q
What percentage of the population are under 15?
A
31%.
1
Q
What is the case study?
A
Mexico.
2
Q
How much did the population grow in 40 years? (Millions)
A
50 million.
3
Q
What are the causes?
A
Low death rate.
Falling birth rate but still high birth rate.
4
Q
How many years will it take for Mexico to lose its youthful population?
A
50 years.
5
Q
What is the death rate?
A
4.78.
6
Q
Why has death rate decreased?
A
Because of vaccinations and doctors.
7
Q
What are the effects of a youthful population?
A
An increase in the need for school places.
Young people emigrate to USA because they cannot get work.
Growing manufacturing industry.
Strongly catholic but abortion has been legalised to reduce children.
