Data Sources in Demography Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are the primary sources of data for demographers?
A
Registration offices, censuses, and surveys.
2
Q
What is the role of registration offices in demography?
A
They collect data on vital events like births, deaths, and marriages, often required by law.
3
Q
When were registration offices first founded in Europe?
A
In the 18th century, though population counts existed earlier, such as in ancient Rome (6th century B.C.).
4
Q
What type of migration is tracked by public authorities?
A
Internal (e.g., moving within a country) and international migration (e.g., France to Denmark or USA to Germany).
