Overpopulation, Underpopulation and Optimum Population (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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What does optimum population represent?
What does optimum population represent?
Perfect match of people & resources
At optimum population, what happens to income per person?
At optimum population, what happens to income per person?
It is at its highest level
Why is optimum population not a fixed target?
Why is optimum population not a fixed target?
It shifts due to tech & resource changes
What defines overpopulation?
What defines overpopulation?
Population exceeds sustainable resources
What migration pattern is typical of overpopulated areas?
What migration pattern is typical of overpopulated areas?
Outward migration
What is incorrect about population density and overpopulation?
What is incorrect about population density and overpopulation?
Density alone determines overpopulation
Why does the Netherlands avoid overpopulation despite 511 people per km²?
Why does the Netherlands avoid overpopulation despite 511 people per km²?
Advanced tech & efficient resources
What defines underpopulation?
What defines underpopulation?
Insufficient people to utilise resources
What migration pattern is typical of underpopulated areas?
What migration pattern is typical of underpopulated areas?
Inward migration
Which countries are given as examples of underpopulated regions?
Which countries are given as examples of underpopulated regions?
Canada, Australia and Norway