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Ch 4: Population distribution and density

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What type of information is collected during a census?

Age

What does population distribution refer to?

How people are concentrated in specific regions

How does census data support government planning?

By informing resource allocation decisions

Which factor is likely to contribute to low population densities?

Highly accessible mountainous regions

What is one purpose of collecting census data for future projections?

Assisting in predicting future needs like healthcare and transportation

What does population density measure?

The number of people living in a specific area

Why is everyone required to participate in the census?

To ensure accurate and comprehensive data for effective planning and governance

How often does a census take place in a country?

Every 10 years

How does understanding population distribution influence urban planning?

It guides resource management and infrastructure development

What hinders dense human settlement in densely forested tropical regions?

Harsh living conditions

Which of the following best describes the role of census data in supporting future development?

Ensuring resources meet the population's needs

Why do desert areas tend to have low habitation?

Harsh climate and lack of resources

Why is accurate census data crucial for government and organizations?

For effective planning and governance

In what type of region would you expect extreme weather conditions to make survival difficult?

Cold regions with extreme weather

How does census data assist in predicting future needs?

By studying demographic trends

Which of the following is NOT a key piece of information collected during a census?

Literacy Rate

Why is it important for everyone to participate in the census?

To gather accurate and comprehensive data for effective planning and governance

What crucial insights can be gained by understanding population distribution and density?

Insights into where people live and how they live

Which aspect of census data is crucial for government planning?

Age distribution

What role does census data play in ensuring future infrastructure development?

Supporting government planning for resource allocation and service needs

Why is predicting future needs important based on demographic trends?

To forecast future housing demand and healthcare requirements

What aspect of the Earth's surface does population distribution refer to?

How evenly people are spread across the Earth

Why do mountainous regions usually have low population densities?

Rugged terrain and harsh climates

What factor contributes to low habitation in desert areas?

Harsh climate and lack of resources

What does population density measure?

The number of people living per unit area

Why do densely forested tropical regions often deter dense human settlement?

Inaccessibility issues

In census, why is it important to collect demographic information about every person in a country?

To ensure accurate data collection

What makes cold regions a challenging environment for human habitation?

Harsh climate conditions

What geographical factor contributes to low population densities due to challenging living conditions and rugged terrain?

Mountainous regions

Why do densely forested tropical regions deter dense human settlement?

Lack of water and resources

Which factor leads to low habitation in desert areas?

Harsh climate

What does population density measure in a region?

Number of people per unit area

How often does a census typically collect demographic information in a country?

Every 10 years

What role does census data play in understanding the demographic landscape of a country?

Analyzing geographical distribution

Why are cold regions considered challenging environments for human habitation?

Extreme weather conditions

Why is it a legal requirement for everyone to participate in the census?

To ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection for effective planning and governance.

What crucial insights can understanding population distribution provide?

Insights into urban planning and resource management.

In what way does census data assist in predicting future needs?

By predicting future requirements like schooling and healthcare based on demographic trends.

What role does understanding population density play in infrastructure development?

It guides decisions about where to build new roads and bridges.

Why is demographic information such as age collected during a census?

To plan for future needs like healthcare and education based on age groups.

Which factor contributes significantly to low population densities?

Extreme weather conditions.

How does population distribution influence resource management?

It influences resource allocation by identifying areas with high demand concentrations.

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