Population Density

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What is population density?

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Population density is the number of people living per unit of area, typically expressed as people per square mile (people/mi²).

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How do you calculate population density?

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Population density is calculated by dividing the total population by the total land area. Formula: Population Density = Total Population / Total Area.

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If a city has a population of 50,000 and an area of 25 square miles, what is its population density?

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Population Density = 50,000 / 25 = 2,000 people/mi².

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What is the significance of population density in urban planning?

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Population density helps urban planners understand how many people live in a given area, which influences infrastructure, resource allocation, and service provision.

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What factors can affect population density?

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Factors include geographical features, availability of resources, economic opportunities, and government policies.

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What is the population density of a region with a population of 1 million and an area of 500 square miles?

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Population Density = 1,000,000 / 500 = 2,000 people/mi².

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CCSS.HSG.MG.A.2

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How does population density impact environmental sustainability?

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Higher population density can lead to increased resource consumption and waste, impacting environmental sustainability.

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What is the population density of New York City with a population of 8.6 million and an area of 300 square miles?

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Population Density = 8,600,000 / 300 = 28,667 people/mi².

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CCSS.HSG.MG.A.2

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If a state has a population of 20 million and an area of 47,000 square miles, what is its population density?

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Population Density = 20,000,000 / 47,000 ≈ 426 people/mi².

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What is the population density of Alabama if it has a population of 4.8 million and an area of 52,420 square miles?

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Population Density = 4,800,000 / 52,420 ≈ 91.6 people/mi².

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