ENV - Unit 3.7: Demographic Transition Model

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What is the Demographic Transition Model (DTM)?

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The Demographic Transition Model (DTM) is a theoretical model that describes the transition of a country from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as it develops economically.

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What are the five stages of the Demographic Transition Model?

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1st - High Stationary, 2nd - Early Expanding, 3rd - Late Expanding, 4th - Low Stationary, 5th - Declining.

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What characterizes Stage 1 of the DTM?

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Stage 1 is characterized by high birth and death rates, leading to a stable population.

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What causes the birth rate to fall in Stage 4 of the DTM?

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The birth rate falls due to factors such as the emancipation of women, access to better education, and increased participation of women in the workforce.

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Why does industrialization lead to a decrease in birth rates?

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Industrialization leads to smaller family sizes as people move to cities for work, requiring fewer children to support the family.

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What is a common misconception about the death rate in Stage 1?

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A common misconception is that high GNI (Gross National Income) is a reason for high death rates; in reality, it is poor access to healthcare and sanitation.

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What is the significance of Stage 4 in the DTM?

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Stage 4 is significant because it represents a period where healthcare continues to improve, and the death rate remains low.

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What happens to the death rate in Stage 2 of the DTM?

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In Stage 2, the death rate begins to decline due to improvements in healthcare and sanitation.

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What is the relationship between urbanization and birth rates?

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Urbanization often leads to lower birth rates as families in cities tend to have fewer children due to economic factors and lifestyle changes.

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What is the impact of education on birth rates?

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Higher levels of education, especially for women, are associated with lower birth rates as educated women tend to have fewer children.