The Demographic Transitional Model (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What is the Demographic Transitional Model also known as?
What is the Demographic Transitional Model also known as?
The population cycle
How many stages are there in the Demographic Transitional Model?
How many stages are there in the Demographic Transitional Model?
Five stages
In Stage 1, what rates typically exceed 40 per 1,000 people?
In Stage 1, what rates typically exceed 40 per 1,000 people?
Both birth and death rates
How many countries currently exist permanently in Stage 1 of the DTM?
How many countries currently exist permanently in Stage 1 of the DTM?
No countries
Why are children viewed as an economic asset in Stage 1 countries?
Why are children viewed as an economic asset in Stage 1 countries?
They provide essential labour for farming
What is the main characteristic of Stage 2 of the DTM?
What is the main characteristic of Stage 2 of the DTM?
Rapid population growth
Which country is cited as an example of a Stage 2 country?
Which country is cited as an example of a Stage 2 country?
Afghanistan
What is Afghanistan's annual natural increase rate?
What is Afghanistan's annual natural increase rate?
2.7%
What helps reduce death rates in Stage 2 countries?
What helps reduce death rates in Stage 2 countries?
Vaccination programmes
What happens to birth rates in Stage 3 of the DTM?
What happens to birth rates in Stage 3 of the DTM?
They begin to fall significantly
How are children viewed in Stage 3 countries?
How are children viewed in Stage 3 countries?
As an economic liability
What is the approximate life expectancy in Stage 4 countries?
What is the approximate life expectancy in Stage 4 countries?
80 years
Which of these countries is in Stage 4 of the DTM?
Which of these countries is in Stage 4 of the DTM?
Ireland
What defines Stage 5 of the DTM?
What defines Stage 5 of the DTM?
Birth rates fall below death rates
How do Stage 5 countries maintain their workforce?
How do Stage 5 countries maintain their workforce?
Through immigration