Quizs: Demography Review

How would you describe the population growth of the United States in 2010 according to this population pyramid?

• Positive growth

• Stable growth

• Negative growth

Answer explanation

The population pyramid for 2010 shows a balanced distribution across age groups, indicating that the population is neither rapidly increasing nor decreasing, which characterizes stable growth.

A population pyramid that shows slow or stable growth will have what kind of shape?

• a narrower middle and a wide bottom

• almost equal in the middle and at the bottom

• narrower at the bottom than in the middle

Answer explanation

A population pyramid with slow or stable growth appears almost equal in the middle and at the bottom, indicating a balanced age distribution. This shape contrasts with rapid growth, which has a wider base.

A population pyramid that shows rapid growth will have what kind of shape?

• a narrower middle and a wide bottom

• almost equal in the middle and at the bottom

• narrower at the bottom than in the middle

Answer explanation

A population pyramid showing rapid growth has a wide base (indicating many young people) and a narrower middle, reflecting higher birth rates. This shape signifies a youthful population, making 'a narrower middle and a wide bottom' the correct choice.

3. The population pyramid of Japan shows two bulges. What age groups make up these bulges?

• 35-39 and 60-64

• 25-29 and over 80

• 50-54 and 0-4

• 30-34 and over 80

Answer explanation

The population pyramid of Japan shows bulges at age groups 35-39 and 60-64, indicating significant population concentrations in these ranges due to historical birth rates and aging demographics.

Describe the life expectancy of this country.

• People live a long time

• People die early

• Men live longer than women

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'People live a long time', indicates a high life expectancy in this country, suggesting that the population enjoys good health and longevity.

What type of society is shown in this pyramid?

• Rich postindustrial country (decreasing growth)

• Developing industrial country (slow growth)

• Underdeveloped agricultural country (rapid growth)

• Developed country (stable growth)

Answer explanation

The pyramid indicates a large base of young people and a smaller top, typical of underdeveloped agricultural countries experiencing rapid population growth due to high birth rates and lower mortality rates.

Based on this population pyramid, what is happening with the population in Congo?

• Increasing

• Neither increasing nor decreasing

• Decreasing

Answer explanation

The population pyramid shows a larger base, indicating a high birth rate and a growing population. This suggests that the population in Congo is increasing.

4. Does the population pyramid show that men or women tend to live longer in Japan?

• Women

• Men

• None

Answer explanation

The population pyramid for Japan shows that women have a longer life expectancy than men, as indicated by the larger number of women in the older age groups. This trend is consistent with global patterns of longevity.

What is the study of population based on factors such as race, gender, and age?

• Statistics

• Chi-square

• Demography

• Survival

Answer explanation

Demography is the study of populations, focusing on characteristics such as race, gender, and age. It analyzes how these factors influence population dynamics, making it the correct answer.

What population is shown on the RIGHT SIDE of this pyramid?

• Children

• Women

• Men

• Elderly people

Answer explanation

The right side of the pyramid typically represents women in population pyramids, as they are often displayed separately from men. Therefore, the correct answer is Women.