Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Structure and growth

Structure and growth — practice question

Look at Fig. 5.1, which presents Pakistan’s annual population growth rate from 1976 to 2016. The y-axis is annual population growth rate (%) and the x-axis is the year, running from 1976 to 2016.
(a(i))[2]

Finish the line graph for the annual population growth rate on Fig. 5.1 by using the data given below: year: 2016 annual population growth rate (%): 2.0

(a(ii)A)[1]

Which year had the lowest annual population growth rate?

(a(ii)B)[1]

Which year recorded the highest annual population growth rate?

(a(ii)C)[1]

Decide how the annual population growth rate changed between 1976 and 2016. Circle one correct response below: increased stayed the same decreased

(a(iii))[2]

State two reasons why the death rate is falling.

(b(i))[1]

Define the term ‘overpopulation’.

(b(ii))[4]

Explain two ways in which population growth can be reduced in Pakistan. You should develop your answer.

(c(i))[4]

What causes unemployment in Pakistan?

(c(ii))[3]

Suggest three ways that employment can be created.

(d)[6]

Evaluate the extent to which projected population structures will affect the economy and development of Pakistan. Give reasons to support your judgement and refer to examples that you have studied. You should consider different points of view in your answer. It is expected that over the next twenty years Pakistan’s birth rate and death rate will decline further.

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