China Case Study

What significant event occurred in China in 2022 regarding its population?

• China's population remained stable.

• China's birth rate reached an all-time high.

• China had more deaths than births.

• China's population increased significantly.

What was the main goal of China's 'later, longer, fewer' policy?

• To increase the birth rate.

• To encourage early marriages.

• To reduce the birth rate.

• To promote large families.

What is the replacement rate needed for a population to remain stable?

• 3 children per couple

• 2 children per couple

• 2.1 children per couple

• 1.5 children per couple

What family structure is common in China due to the one-child policy?

• 2-to-1 family structure

• 5-to-1 family structure

• 4-to-1 family structure

• 3-to-1 family structure

What challenge does China's aging population pose?

• More young people

• A shrinking labor force

• A stable economy

• Increased birth rates