Economics 0455 · IGCSE · Population

Population — practice question

The age composition of many developed countries is changing. Birth rates are low, people aged over 65 are living longer, and the working population (16-65 years) forms a smaller share of the total population. What is the most likely result of this changing structure?

  • AEconomic migrants make up shortages in the working population.
  • BOverall the standard of living is gradually falling.
  • CThe population is healthier and needs less medical care.
  • DThe ratio of those under 16 dependent on the working population is rising.

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