Understanding Japan's Population Decline
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According to the United Nations, what is the projected population of Japan by 2038?

  • Around 122 million people
  • Around 135 million people
  • Around 96 million people
  • Around 109 million people (correct)

    • What are some of the reasons for the projected decline in Japan's population?

  • High birth rate and decreasing life expectancy
  • High birth rate and rapidly aging population
  • Low birth rate and decreasing life expectancy
  • Low birth rate and rapidly aging population (correct)

    • What are some potential implications of a declining population in Japan?

  • Shrinking workforce and reduced strain on social welfare systems
  • Growing workforce and reduced strain on social welfare systems
  • Growing workforce and pressure on social welfare systems
  • Shrinking workforce and pressure on social welfare systems (correct)

    • Japan has a rapidly aging ______, with a large proportion of the population over the age of 65.

    <p>population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A declining population could lead to a shrinking ______, which could have implications for economic growth and productivity.

    <p>workforce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To address these challenges, the Japanese government has implemented a range of policies aimed at increasing ______ rates, encouraging immigration, and promoting economic growth.

    <p>birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following factors with their associated implications on Japan's population:

    <p>Low birth rate = Declining population Aging population = Pressure on healthcare and social welfare systems Declining population = Shrinking workforce Increased support for working mothers = Government policy to address population decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following policies with their intended effects in Japan:

    <p>Financial incentives for families with children = Increasing birth rates Relaxed immigration policies = Encouraging immigration Promoting economic growth = Addressing shrinking workforce Increased support for working mothers = Addressing low birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following population numbers with their corresponding years in Japan:

    <p>109 million = Projected population by 2038 13% decline = Projected population change over the next 15 years Over the age of 65 = Large proportion of current population Declining for several decades = Birth rate trend</p> Signup and view all the answers

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