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True or false: The population of the Philippines in 2010 was 184,670?
True or false: The population of the Philippines in 2010 was 184,670?
True
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2007 is marginally narrower for those in the youngest age categories compared to the pyramid in 2000?
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2007 is marginally narrower for those in the youngest age categories compared to the pyramid in 2000?
True
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2000 shows a broader base, indicating a higher fertility rate or a larger cohort of young people?
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2000 shows a broader base, indicating a higher fertility rate or a larger cohort of young people?
True
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2007 indicates a declining population as we move up to the higher age groups?
True or false: The pyramid for the year 2007 indicates a declining population as we move up to the higher age groups?
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True or false: The pyramid's apex is relatively thick, signifying that there are far more older people than younger generations?
True or false: The pyramid's apex is relatively thick, signifying that there are far more older people than younger generations?
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What does the broad base of the pyramid for the year 2000 indicate?
What does the broad base of the pyramid for the year 2000 indicate?
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What does the narrowing of the pyramid as we advance up the age groupings signify?
What does the narrowing of the pyramid as we advance up the age groupings signify?
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What does the thin apex of the pyramid signify?
What does the thin apex of the pyramid signify?
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What does the marginally narrower pyramid for the year 2007 compared to 2000 indicate?
What does the marginally narrower pyramid for the year 2007 compared to 2000 indicate?
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What can be attributed to population expansion in the Philippines?
What can be attributed to population expansion in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Population of the Philippines
- The population of the Philippines in 2000 was 153,009.
- The population of the Philippines in 2007 was 177,091.
- The population of the Philippines in 2010 was 184,670.
Factors Affecting Population Growth
- Population expansion is attributed to multiple factors, including birth rates, increasing living standards, migration, and economic determinants.
Age Distribution in 2000
- The population pyramid in 2000 has a broad base, indicating a large number of people in younger age groups (children and young adults).
- The pyramid narrows as age groups increase, reflecting a decreasing population.
- The pyramid's apex is thin, indicating a relatively small number of older people compared to younger generations.
Age Distribution in 2007
- The population pyramid in 2007 has a slightly narrower base compared to 2000, indicating a smaller cohort of young people.
- The pyramid still has a broad base, indicating an acceptable number of younger people.
- The pyramid continues to narrow as age groups increase, symbolizing a decreasing population.
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Test your knowledge of population dynamics in the Philippines by taking this quiz. Explore factors influencing population growth and changes over time, including birth rates, migration, and economic factors. Gain insights into demographic trends and patterns through analyzing population pyramids.
