Demographic Trends In The Uk : Change In Size Of Family

Question 1

Statistics of a decrease in the family size ?

Answer 1

The average family size in the uk Is 2.4 (adults and children)

Question 2

4 reasons for a decrease in family size

Answer 2

1. Increased cost of child rearing
2. Greater geographical mobility of the family
3. Change in gender roles
4. Increased contraception

Question 3

How has the increased cost of child rearing decreased family size ? ( 2 points )

Answer 3

1. Legislation has made education compulsory to 18

2. Impact of child bearing on careers especially for women

Question 4

How has greater geographical mobility of family decreased family sizes ?

Answer 4

Internal and international migration for employment has meant family is needed to be more mobile to secure employment in chosen fields

Question 5

How have changes in gender roles decreased family sizes ?

Answer 5

Womens greater involvement in employment has led to a decline in the fertility rate

Question 6

How has increased contraception decreased family sizes ?

Answer 6

Greater availability and effectiveness of contraception has given women more control over reproductive rights

Question 7

What are the Impacts of smaller families ?

Answer 7

Increase in the ageing population which has meant an increase to the dependency ratio