Fig. 1 shows a population pyramid prepared by a planning office for Pakistan in 2025. The broad lower bars represent a high number of children, while the ol...
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Fig. 1 shows a population pyramid prepared by a planning office for Pakistan in 2025. The broad lower bars represent a high number of children, while the older age groups are much narrower. Officials are using the figure to decide where future development spending is important.
(a) Identify the age group that is widest in Fig. 1. [1]
(b) Describe two features of the population structure shown in the figure. [2]
(c) Explain two economic pressures that this population structure may place on Pakistan. [2]
Answer Details
(a) 0-4 years [1] (b) Any two: wide base / large proportion of children [1]; numbers decrease with age [1]; very small elderly population [1]; male and female sides are broadly similar [1]. (c) Any two: more schools, teachers and health services are needed for children [1]; high dependency means fewer workers supporting many young people [1]; large numbers will require jobs when they enter working age [1]; government spending on services can reduce funds available for other economic development [1].
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