Human Geography '24

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What is Demography?

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The study of human population

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Which of the following factors does not affect the change of a country’s population? Immigration, Emigration, Death Rate, Diffusion

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Diffusion

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The populations of most developed countries _____.

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are stable or decreasing

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The birthrate of a country typically falls in all of these circumstances except: When economic development increases, When economic development decreases, When natural disaster occurs, When a country is involved in war

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When natural disaster occurs

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What are some strategic factors that influence where people choose to live?

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The availability of natural resources and job opportunities

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How does a demographer calculate the rate of natural increase in a population?

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By subtracting the death rate from the birth rate

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Identify two examples of push factors that might cause people to leave their home country: High employment rates and political stability, War and natural disasters, Excellent healthcare and education systems, Cultural festivals and mild climate.

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War and natural disasters

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How can a demographer use population pyramids to predict future social services needs?

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By examining the age distribution to anticipate future demands for education and healthcare

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How can understanding push and pull factors aid in urban planning?

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By anticipating population movements and planning infrastructure accordingly

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What are three components of a population pyramid?

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Age, Gender, and Population Size