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What formula is used to calculate the population aging index?
What formula is used to calculate the population aging index?
Which age groups are included in the calculation of the elderly dependency ratio?
Which age groups are included in the calculation of the elderly dependency ratio?
According to the population aging index criteria, what percentage of the population aged 60+ signals the beginning of an aging population?
According to the population aging index criteria, what percentage of the population aged 60+ signals the beginning of an aging population?
How is the child dependency ratio calculated?
How is the child dependency ratio calculated?
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What does a population aging index of 60+ ≥ 20% indicate?
What does a population aging index of 60+ ≥ 20% indicate?
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What is the definition of the dependency ratio?
What is the definition of the dependency ratio?
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In analyzing a population pyramid, what does a broad base indicate?
In analyzing a population pyramid, what does a broad base indicate?
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Which age group is included in the working age category?
Which age group is included in the working age category?
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What does the apex of a population pyramid signify?
What does the apex of a population pyramid signify?
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What is the median age of Vietnam as per the provided data?
What is the median age of Vietnam as per the provided data?
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Which of the following statements about life expectancy is correct?
Which of the following statements about life expectancy is correct?
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What trend does a narrowing bottom in the population pyramid indicate?
What trend does a narrowing bottom in the population pyramid indicate?
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What does the sex ratio represent in population analysis?
What does the sex ratio represent in population analysis?
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What is the formula for calculating the young dependency ratio?
What is the formula for calculating the young dependency ratio?
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Which component is included in calculating the total dependency ratio?
Which component is included in calculating the total dependency ratio?
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The old dependency ratio is calculated by which of the following formulas?
The old dependency ratio is calculated by which of the following formulas?
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What does the demographic window require regarding the working-age population?
What does the demographic window require regarding the working-age population?
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What population characteristic can be inferred from a dependency ratio less than 1/2?
What population characteristic can be inferred from a dependency ratio less than 1/2?
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How is the total dependency ratio mathematically expressed?
How is the total dependency ratio mathematically expressed?
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In order to analyze the shape of a population pyramid, which factor is considered?
In order to analyze the shape of a population pyramid, which factor is considered?
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At what age does the first generation reproduce in the given example?
At what age does the first generation reproduce in the given example?
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Study Notes
Dependency Ratio
- The dependency ratio is an indicator of the number of people who are not in the working age population. It looks at the ratio of dependents (people under 15 or over 64- usually unable to work) compared to the working-age population. A higher dependency ratio means there are more dependents relying on the working-age population for support.
- The Total Dependency Ratio encompasses both the 'Young Dependency Ratio' (people under 15 years old) and the 'Old Dependency Ratio' (people over 65 years old) compared to the working-age population (15-64).
- Countries with a higher proportion of young people have a high young dependency ratio, while countries with an aging population will have a high old dependency ratio.
Demographic Window
- The demographic window is a period of time when a country has a high proportion of working-age people, and a relatively low proportion of dependents. The window is often referred to as the ‘Demographic Bonus’ or ‘Demographic Dividend’.
Population Pyramids
- Population Pyramids are graphs that show the age and sex distribution of a population, with the age groups shown in vertical bars, and the males on the left and females on the right of the graph.
- The base of the pyramid represents the youngest age group, which is usually the largest in a growing population, while the top shows the oldest age group.
- The shape of the pyramid can tell you a lot about the population:
- A wide base and narrow top suggests a rapidly growing population (high birth rate)
- A narrow base and wide top suggests a declining population (low birth rate)
- A straight pyramid suggests a stable population with similar birth and death rates.
Population Aging
- Population Aging Index (PAI) is a measure of the relative magnitude of the population aged 60 and over and under 15.
- Population aging is the process of a population getting older, often due to declining birth rates, increased life expectancy, and the movement of young people from rural areas to urban areas.
- In Vietnam, by 2011, the population aged 60+ had surpassed 10% of the total population, indicating the beginning of the country's population aging journey.
The Consequences of Population Aging
- It can lead to:
- A shrinking workforce -Increased pressure on pensions and healthcare systems
- An increase in the proportion of elderly people with difficulty in different functions
- Vietnam, despite its aging population, is still considered to be in the process of getting rich.
- These challenges will impact the country's future development and economic growth unless effective measures are taken to address them.
Dependency Ratio Considerations
- Youth dependency ratio looks at the number of children (under 14) compared to the working-age population (15-64).
- Elderly dependency ratio looks at the number of elderly people (over 65) compared to the working-age population (15-64).
Analyzing a Population Pyramid
- ** Shape:** The shape of the pyramid provides information about the growth of a population. A wide base indicates a rapidly growing population, while a narrow base suggests a declining population.
- Events: Significant historical events, such as wars, famines, or epidemics, can be seen in the pyramid's shape by the disproportionate representation of certain age groups.
- Age Groups: The pyramid can be divided into three age groups - Youth, Working Age, and Elderly - with characteristics relevant for each.
- Median Age: The median age of a population is the age at which half the population is older and half is younger. It reflects the overall age structure, especially in a growing population.
- Sex Ratio: The pyramid shows the ratio of males to females in different age groups, highlighting potential imbalances.
Vietnam - A Case Study
- In 2019, Vietnam was still experiencing a demographic dividend, with a high proportion of working-age people.
- The trend towards a higher elderly population was evident; however, the narrowing bottom of the pyramid suggests a decline in fertility rates.
- By 2039, Vietnam is projected to have a large increase in the 65+ age group and a smaller base, indicating a decline in births.
- By 2069, the bottom of the pyramid will be even narrower, signifying a continued decline in fertility rates and an increase in the proportion of very elderly people in the population (80+).
Conclusion: Population Pyramids & Aging
- Population pyramids provide valuable insights into a country's population structure and its potential for economic growth as well as challenges it might face.
- As global populations age, countries need to adapt their policies and prepare for the challenges of an aging population.
- Vietnam's case study illustrates how a country can experience a "demographic dividend" followed by a shift to a rapidly aging population, underscoring how the age structure of a population can change, impacting a nation's economy.
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This quiz covers the concepts of dependency ratio and demographic window. It explores how these demographic indicators impact the working-age population and the societal implications of varying ratios of dependents. Test your understanding of these crucial demographic concepts.
