Family and relationships - demographic changes Flashcards
What is the definition of demographic change?
Demographic change refers to the variations in the population’s size, structure, and distribution over time.
True or False: Demographic changes can only occur due to natural population growth.
False
What are the main factors contributing to demographic changes?
Birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration.
Fill in the blank: The _____ rate is the number of live births per 1,000 people in a year.
birth
What is the significance of the death rate in demographic studies?
It helps measure the health and longevity of a population.
Which age group is most affected by demographic changes?
All age groups can be affected, but changes often significantly impact the elderly population.
True or False: Urbanization is a demographic change.
True
What is one consequence of increased immigration on demographics?
It can lead to greater cultural diversity and changes in population structure.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a demographic process? A) Fertility B) Mortality C) Literacy D) Migration
C) Literacy
What demographic change is associated with an aging population?
Increased dependency ratios and potential economic challenges.
Fill in the blank: The _____ ratio compares the number of dependents to the working-age population.
dependency
What does the term ‘migration’ refer to in demographic context?
The movement of people from one place to another, which can be international or internal.
True or False: High birth rates typically lead to an aging population.
False
What is a common impact of demographic changes on public policy?
Changes in healthcare, education, and social services to accommodate population shifts.
Multiple Choice: Which demographic trend is characterized by fewer births and increased life expectancy? A) Baby Boom B) Population Decline C) Aging Population D) Youth Bulge
C) Aging Population
What is the term for the movement of people into a country?
Immigration
Fill in the blank: A country’s _____ structure refers to the distribution of various age groups within its population.
age
What is the relationship between economic development and demographic change?
Economic development often leads to lower birth rates and improved health outcomes.
True or False: Demographic changes can influence cultural identities.
True
What demographic phenomenon involves a significant increase in the elderly population?
Aging population
Multiple Choice: Which term describes a population decrease? A) Population Growth B) Population Decline C) Population Stability D) Population Explosion
B) Population Decline
What is the term for the difference between the number of people leaving and entering a place?
Net migration
Fill in the blank: The _____ transition model describes the transformation of a country’s population structure over time.
demographic
What is one effect of low birth rates on society?
Potential labor shortages and challenges in supporting an aging population.
