This is the answer, what is the question? Population pyramid Sustainable population Infant mortality
Remember: A high number of young dependants means an LEDC A high number of elderly dependants means an MEDC
Impact on the economy: 1) Why has the demand for healthcare increased? 2) Explain how social services are needed 3) Why is there a crisis with pensions?
85 and over
1) Describe the changes shown by the bars between 1951 and ) Explain why these changes are happening Age group% UK population aged over 50 in 2031
What opportunities to our economy? Can be quite wealthy Lots of leisure time Spend money on ___________ ___________________________ This creates ____________ _________________________ Some do voluntary work They do jobs that _________ ___________________________ Some still do paid work Therefore they pay______
You are in charge of the country, give your response: Select a statement from the bottom of page 187 Answer the critics
SocialEconomic Financial strain on economyNeed more health careMore care homes by knocking down schools More meals on wheelsMore pensions and benefits given out Some old people might not qualify for pensions A population explosion is inevitable with more young people Lots of children mean education needs to be provided