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Syllabus Point
Syllabus Point
Explain (AO2) dependency and ageing ratios.
Examine (AO3) the impacts of youthful and ageing populations.
Key Terminology
Key Terminology
- Explain
- Examine
- Dependency Ratio
- Ageing Ratio
Define the words above using your 'Geography Course Companion' textbook by Nagle and Cooke, the 'Command Word' posters in the classroom and the links provided below:
Useful Links
Useful Links
Activity One - Triangular Graphs
Activity One - Triangular Graphs
Answer the following questions:
- For what purpose would we need to know the dependency ratio or ageing ratio for a country?
- What is a triangular graph?
- What are the benefits of using a triangular graph?
Useful Resources
Useful Resources
- Page 11 of the 'Geography Course Companion' by Nagle and Cooke
- Slideshare the benefits and problems of triangular graphs page 4.
Strengths and weakness of data presentation from Will Williams
Activity Two - Examine Impacts
Activity Two - Examine Impacts
As Examine is an Assessment Objective three you task is to plan an essay for the following question:
To what extent are youthful and ageing populations a drain on society? (15 marks)
Use the resources below to help you to research your points along with the essay grid for structure.
Resources
Resources
Ageing Population - Causes and Consequences
Youthful Population - Causes and Consequences
Essay Grid
Essay Grid
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