Families Booklet Five Demography Revision Questions Flashcards
Why do women tend to outlive men?
Three reasons include biological factors, lifestyle choices, and social roles.
What is ‘demography’?
Demography is the statistical study of populations, including the structure, distribution, and trends.
What are the latest ONS stats on UK population trends/projections?
The latest ONS stats indicate ongoing population growth with projections for future increases.
How has the UK population size changed over the past century?
The UK population has increased significantly over the past century.
What is the ‘birth rate’?
The birth rate is the number of live births per 1,000 people in a year.
What are the long-term and short-term trends in the birth rate?
Long-term trends show a decline in the birth rate, while short-term trends may fluctuate.
What is the ‘total fertility rate’?
The total fertility rate is the average number of children a woman would have in her lifetime.
What are the long-term and short-term trends in the total fertility rate?
Long-term trends show a decline, while short-term trends may vary.
What has caused changes in the birth rate?
Changes in the birth rate are influenced by economic factors, social changes, and access to contraception.
How do changes in fertility rates affect the family?
Changes in fertility rates can impact family structure, size, and dynamics.
What is the death rate?
The death rate is the number of deaths per 1,000 people in a year.
What are the long-term and short-term trends in the death rate?
Long-term trends show a decline in the death rate, while short-term trends may vary.
What has caused changes in the death rate?
Changes in the death rate are influenced by healthcare advancements, lifestyle changes, and social factors.
How does the death rate differ amongst different social groups?
The death rate can vary significantly among different social groups based on socioeconomic status, access to healthcare, and lifestyle.
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