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- Created on: 19-04-15 09:09
1. What is the current replacement level?
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2. Thomas Malthus was a pessimist. He argued that ....
- population grew geometrically (1,2,4,8) whilst food increased arithmetically (1,2,3,4)
- population grew arithmetically (1,2,3,4) whilst food increased geometrically (1,2,4,8)
- food supply grew at the same as population to keep up with demand.
3. France experienced declining fertility rates. Which of the following strategies did the French government adopt?
- Travel and shopping discounts for large families.
- Heavier taxation on those with more than four children
- Discounts on higher education / training if a couple had four or more children.
4. Population pyramids show the age - sex structure of a country. Define those who are 'young dependent'.
- Those aged 16 or under who rely on parents / carers with an income.
- Those aged 18 - 25 who are unemployed and can't get a job on medical grounds
- Those who are 16 - 19 and in higher education or training and still need support of parents / carers.
5. The UK is gradually getting an 'ageing population'. This can bring advantages as-well as disadvantages such as ....
- Housing occupied, part time jobs , local clubs / societies
- Grey vote , grey pound (£320 million ) , wisdom , childcare
- Pension changes, hip replacements, used hospital beds, treatment for age related illnesses eg Alzheimers
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