Demography and Population Quiz
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What is the primary factor that differentiates natural increase from other population growth metrics?

  • The impact of immigration on a country's population
  • The difference between birth rates and death rates (correct)
  • The total number of live births per unit area
  • The average longevity of the population

    • Which of the following best describes overpopulation?

  • A migration trend away from urban areas
  • Population growth that is driven solely by immigration
  • A population level that exceeds the environment's capacity to support it (correct)
  • Too few resources available for the existing population

    • What is the definition of migration?

  • The permanent relocation of individuals within the same community
  • The movement of people within a specific country only
  • The movement of people from one location to another, regardless of the distance (correct)
  • The movement of people due to natural disasters

    • Which condition is considered a push factor in migration?

    <p>Poverty in the home country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common outcome of rapid population growth?

    <p>Strain on existing resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is population density calculated?

    <p>The number of people per unit area of land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can discourage emigration?

    <p>Increased safety and job availability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the dependency ratio represent?

    <p>The ratio of dependent individuals to those who work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Resources

    • Materials, assets, or items used to meet needs and wants.

    Demography

    • Statistical study of human populations.

    Population

    • The total number of people living in a specific area.

    Natural Increase

    • The growth rate of a population.
    • Calculated by subtracting the death rate from the birth rate.

    Crude Birth Rate

    • Number of live births per 1,000 people in a year.

    Overpopulation

    • When the number of people exceeds the environment's capacity to support them.

    Underpopulation

    • When there are too few people to fully utilize available resources.

    Migration

    • Movement of people from one place to another.
    • Can occur within a country or between countries.

    Emigration

    • Leaving one's country to settle permanently in another.

    Immigration

    • Coming to live permanently in a foreign country.

    Population Density

    • Number of people living per unit area of land.

    Census Uses

    • Planning
    • Policy-making
    • Resource allocation
    • Understanding population trends

    Push Factors (Migration)

    • Conditions that drive people away from their homes.
    • Examples include poverty, war, and natural disasters.

    Pull Factors (Migration)

    • Conditions that attract people to a new area.
    • Examples include job opportunities, better living conditions, and safety.

    Discouraging Migration Factors

    • Strict immigration laws
    • Economic instability
    • Lack of opportunities in the destination area

    Calculating Population Increase

    • Add births and immigration
    • Subtract deaths and emigration

    Intra-Regional Migration

    • Movement of people within a specific region.
    • Example: Moving from one state to another within a country.

    Discouraging Emigration Factors

    • Improved living conditions
    • Job opportunities
    • Safety in the home country

    Population Growth Results

    • Strain on resources
    • Increased demand for services
    • Potential overpopulation
    • Economic growth

    Factors Affecting Population Distribution

    • Climate
    • Employment opportunities
    • Political stability

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    Test your knowledge on demography, population dynamics, and related concepts. This quiz covers key terms and definitions such as natural increase, birth rates, migration, and more. Challenge yourself to understand the factors that influence population studies and statistics.

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