Demographic Transition Flashcards
1
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what is demographic transition?
A
it refers to the transition from high to lower brith and death rates in a country or region as development occurs and that country moves from a pre-industrial to an industrialized economic system
2
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what demonstrates demographic transition?
A
the transition is typically demonstrated through a four-stage demographic transition model (DTM)
3
Q
what are the characteristics of developing countries?
A
higher infant mortality rates and more children in the work force than developed countries