population structure Flashcards

(4 cards)

1
Q

youthful population

A

A population with a high proportion of young people due to high birth rates.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

ageing population

A

A population with a high proportion of elderly people due to low birth rates and increased life expectancy.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

economically active population

A

People aged 15-64 who are working and contributing to the economy.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

dependent population

A

People under 15 and over 65 who rely on the working population for support.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly