Reasons why governments gather Population Data Flashcards
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Schools
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Location of new schools and closure of current ones is linked to birth rates across the country
2
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Pensions
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Pension policy given by predicted future demand
3
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Population policies
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Data used to influence this
Eg China’s one child policy was a response to rapid population growth
4
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Migration
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Patterns recorded by governments to ensure that their criteria are met and that housing/services are provided in areas where migrants settle
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Services
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Used to plan and deliver services based on demand
Eg Birth Information allows decisions to be made on investment in maternity care and education services