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A population is the number of people living in a given area. There are an estimated 7.8 billion people in the world today and this number grows with a new day. See how much you know about population from your geography class by taking up the quiz below. All the best!

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Which of the following is not a reason for decline in birth rates in MEDCs?
- A.
  
  Family Planning
- B.
  
  Couples get married later (in late 30s)
- C.
  
  High Infant Mortality Rate
- D.
  
  Good Health
- E.
  
  Improving status of women
Correct Answer
C. High Infant Mortality Rate

Explanation
In More Economically developed countries the infant mortality rate is low.

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Describe and explain how governments have tried to control the population in a country
3.

Reasons why for sudden population growth
- A.
  
  Rapid increase during/after Industrial and Agricultural Revolution
- B.
  
  Low Birth Rates
- C.
  
  Low Death Rates
- D.
  
  High Birth Rates
- E.
  
  High Death Rates
- F.
  
  More countries become MEDCs
- G.
  
  More countries become LEDCs
- H.
  
  War
Correct Answer(s)
A. Rapid increase during/after Industrial and Agricultural Revolution
C. Low Death Rates
D. High Birth Rates
F. More countries become MEDCs

Explanation
The sudden population growth can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the rapid increase during and after the Industrial and Agricultural Revolution led to advancements in technology and increased food production, resulting in improved living conditions and longer life expectancy. This led to low death rates and high birth rates, contributing to population growth. Additionally, as more countries transitioned into more economically developed countries (MEDCs), they experienced improved healthcare systems and higher standards of living, leading to population growth. Overall, these factors combined to result in the sudden population growth observed.

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China's anti-natal policy began in 1987?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
It began in 1979

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5.

Singapore had an anti-natal policy before the introduction of their pro-natal policy
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Singapore had an anti-natal policy before the introduction of their pro-natal policy. This means that Singapore initially discouraged or restricted childbirth, but later implemented a policy to encourage and support childbirth. The statement suggests that there was a shift in Singapore's population policy over time, from discouraging births to actively promoting them.

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Disadvantages of an ageing population?
- A.
  
  Workforce too big
- B.
  
  Workforce too small
- C.
  
  Cannot support huge number of retirees
- D.
  
  Puts ease on nation's economy
Correct Answer(s)
B. Workforce too small
C. Cannot support huge number of retirees

Explanation
The disadvantages of an ageing population include a workforce that is too small and unable to meet the demands of the economy. As more people retire, there are fewer individuals available to fill job positions, leading to labor shortages and decreased productivity. Additionally, the increasing number of retirees puts a strain on the nation's economy as resources must be allocated to support their healthcare and pension needs. Overall, an ageing population can lead to a decline in economic growth and place a burden on the working-age population.

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Geography - Population Quiz

Which of the following is not a reason for decline in birth rates in MEDCs?

Describe and explain how governments have tried to control the population in a country

Reasons why for sudden population growth

China's anti-natal policy began in 1987?

Singapore had an anti-natal policy before the introduction of their pro-natal policy

Disadvantages of an ageing population?