Ch 3.2 : Population and Labour Force

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What is the primary factor influencing population growth in South Africa?

  • Low mortality rates and ruralization
  • High mortality rates and urbanization
  • Low fertility rates and emigration
  • High birth rates and immigration (correct)

What is the current stage of South Africa's demographic profile?

  • Stable stage
  • Transitional stage (correct)
  • High birth and death rates
  • Low birth and death rates

What is the impact of urbanization on social services and infrastructure in South Africa?

  • It leads to a decrease in demand
  • It leads to a surplus in supply
  • It has no effect
  • It leads to an increase in demand (correct)

What has been the impact of HIV/AIDS on life expectancy in South Africa?

<p>It has decreased life expectancy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the high unemployment rate among the youth in South Africa?

<p>Inadequate education and skills training (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of HIV/AIDS on the population growth rate in South Africa?

<p>It has slowed the population growth rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age group most affected by unemployment in South Africa?

<p>The youth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of urbanization on rural areas in South Africa?

<p>It leads to a decrease in population (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the high birth rate in rural areas in South Africa?

<p>Socio-economic conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the youth being underutilized in South Africa?

<p>High unemployment rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main trend observed in the labour force in South Africa?

<p>A shift from primary sectors to services and finance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the educational system not adapting to economic changes?

<p>Skill shortages in critical areas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which provinces have the highest population percentages but face urban challenges?

<p>Gauteng and Kwazulu-Natal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge in employment in South Africa?

<p>Low rates of entrepreneurship (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for accommodating growing populations and reducing urban sprawl?

<p>Improved urban planning and infrastructure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is vital for improving life expectancy and workforce productivity?

<p>Continued focus on health services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help stimulate economic growth and job creation?

<p>Enhancing support for entrepreneurs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge facing the informal sector in South Africa?

<p>Limited development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of addressing demographic and labour force trends in South Africa?

<p>Sustainable economic growth and development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to align with the demands of a changing economy?

<p>Policies that enhance education and skills training (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has contributed to South Africa's significant population growth?

<p>High birth rates and immigration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of South Africa's demographic transition?

<p>A gradual shift from high birth and death rates to lower rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of urbanization in South Africa?

<p>An increase in demand for social services and infrastructure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been the impact of HIV/AIDS on South Africa's population growth rate?

<p>A slowing down of the natural growth rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge facing South Africa's labour force?

<p>A large percentage of unemployed youth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor contributing to high unemployment rates in South Africa?

<p>Inadequate education and skills training (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of South Africa's rural population?

<p>High fertility rates due to socio-economic conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of South Africa's demographic and labour force trends?

<p>A significant challenge for policy-making and economic planning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor influencing South Africa's population growth rate?

<p>Fertility rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of South Africa's labour force trends?

<p>Underutilization of the youthful labour force (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary driver of the shift from primary sectors to services and finance?

<p>Changing skill sets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical challenge in the development of the informal sector?

<p>Access to finance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for reducing urban sprawl and accommodating growing populations?

<p>Effective urban planning and infrastructure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is vital for improving life expectancy and workforce productivity?

<p>Focus on healthcare services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is critical for aligning with the demands of a changing economy?

<p>Policies that enhance education and skills training (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of addressing demographic and labour force trends?

<p>Sustainable economic growth and development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge in the labour market in South Africa?

<p>Low rates of entrepreneurship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical need for enhancing support for entrepreneurs?

<p>Easier access to finance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge facing the educational system?

<p>Not adapting to economic changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of provincial disparities in employment opportunities?

<p>Urban overcrowding and service delivery challenges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary driver of the shift from primary sectors to services and finance?

<p>Economic pressures and market demand (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of skill shortages in critical areas?

<p>Educational mismatch between the educational system and economic changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge facing urban planning and infrastructure?

<p>Addressing the issue of urban sprawl (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of enhancing support for entrepreneurs?

<p>Stimulating economic growth and job creation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of provincial disparities in employment opportunities?

<p>Widening economic disparities between provinces (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge facing the informal sector?

<p>Limited development and support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of aligning education and training with the demands of a changing economy?

<p>Addressing skill shortages in critical areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary outcome of addressing demographic and labour force trends?

<p>Increased economic growth and development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor contributing to employment challenges in South Africa?

<p>Limited development of the informal sector (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for improving life expectancy and workforce productivity?

<p>Focused policies on health services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of South Africa's rapid population growth?

<p>Pressure on social services and infrastructure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of South Africa's demographic cycle?

<p>Low death rates and high birth rates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major factor contributing to youth unemployment in South Africa?

<p>Inadequate education and skills training (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an impact of HIV/AIDS on South Africa's population growth rate?

<p>It has slowed down the population growth rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant challenge in South Africa's labour force?

<p>Underutilization of the youthful labour force (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of urbanization in South Africa?

<p>Increased pressure on social services and infrastructure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of South Africa's rural population?

<p>Higher fertility rates due to socio-economic conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor influencing South Africa's population growth rate?

<p>Fertility rates and mortality rates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of inadequate education and skills training in South Africa?

<p>High unemployment rates, particularly among the youth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key trend observed in South Africa's labour force?

<p>Youth unemployment and underutilization of the labour force (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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