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What is demography?
The statistical study of human population.
A census is conducted continuously and occurs every year.
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What is a census?
An official and periodic enumeration of population.
What methods are used for data collection in demography?
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In the De Jure Method, where are people assigned?
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Which of the following are vital events recorded by the civil registrar’s office?
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The replacement level fertility is defined as the number of live births per woman completing her ________ life.
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What is a sample survey in demography?
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Censuses are usually inexpensive undertakings.
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Study Notes
Demography Overview
- Statistical study of human populations, encompassing size, structure, and distribution.
- Focuses on changes over time or space caused by birth, migration, aging, and death.
De Facto Method
- People are assigned to locations based on physical presence during the census, not on usual residency.
- Useful for understanding the demographic composition at a specific time.
Census
- Conducted by national governments to enumerate all individuals within a country.
- Typically occurs every 10 years, unlike vital statistics, which are continuously collected.
- Very costly and resource-intensive to perform within a set timeframe.
- Provides comprehensive data beyond mere headcounts, including demographic and socio-economic factors.
Vital Statistics
- Continuous data collection on births and deaths, recorded by civil registrar offices.
- Vital events include births, deaths, marriages, and divorces.
Sample Surveys
- An alternative to censuses, where data is collected from a sample rather than the entire population.
- Results can be generalized to represent the whole population, though the sample size must be proportionate.
Data Collected in Censuses
- Information on households, demographic characteristics, and socio-economic data.
- Includes specifics like gender, marital status, literacy, employment status, and geographic location.
- Migration data includes birthplaces, previous residencies, and citizenship information.
De Jure Method
- Assigns individuals to their usual places of residence, regardless of their location at the census time.
- Ensures demographic data reflects long-term living situations.
Direct Data Collection
- Gathers data from vital statistics registries, covering births, deaths, and legal status changes.
- Helps track demographic trends and informs public policy and services.
Key Signals in Demography
- Total fertility rate: Average number of live births per woman based on current fertility rates.
- Replacement level fertility: The number of children needed to maintain population levels without decline.
- Mortality rates influence life expectancy calculations and understanding population dynamics.
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Test your knowledge on the De Facto Method in demography. This quiz covers the statistical study of human populations and how the De Facto Method applies to the census process. Explore concepts related to population dynamics and their significance.
