Population structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is population structure?
A
a term used to describe the age distribution and sex composition of a nation
2
Q
What stages are youthful populations? DTM
A
2-3
3
Q
What stages are ageing population? DTM
A
4-5
4
Q
Advantages of a youthful population?
A
- large/cheap workforce for future
- large growing market
- large tax base
5
Q
Disadvantages of a youthful population?
A
- strains on education/health services
- strain on food supplies
- strains on accommodation
6
Q
Solutions to a youthful population?
A
- family planning (China & Bangladesh)
- industrialisation to provide jobs
7
Q
Advantages of a ageing population?
A
- experience to workforce
- less unemployment
- elderly working
8
Q
Disadvantages of a ageing population?
A
- pensions/healthcare costs
- less economically active as get older
9
Q
Solutions to a ageing population?
A
- raise retirement age
- abolish state pensions
- increase taxes
- sell homes of elderly to pay for retirement homes
