Population Equation Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the formula for population change?
A
New Population = Initial Population + Births - Deaths + Immigration - Emigration
2
Q
What does negative population growth mean?
A
New population is smaller than the initial one.
3
Q
What is internal migration?
A
Movement within the same country (e.g., rural to urban); affects culture/economy but not total population.
4
Q
How is population data collected?
A
Through censuses, surveys, and projections.
5
Q
What is the main takeaway about demography?
A
Understanding why populations change is more important than just knowing how many people there are.
