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Population pyramids show the age and sex structure of populations in different countries.

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Population Pyramids of an MEDC and an LEDC

Two population pyramids are shown side by side. The MEDC pyramid has a narrow base and a wider top, while the LEDC pyramid has a wide base and a narrow top.

Age GroupMEDC Population (%)LEDC Population (%)
0-141540
15-646555
65+205
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    Explain Explain the differences in the population structure between the MEDC and the LEDC shown in the pyramids.

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Population Pyramid Characteristics

An MEDC typically has a population pyramid with a narrow base and a wider top, while an LEDC has a pyramid with a wide base and narrow top.

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    Describe Describe the typical population pyramid shape of an LEDC and explain what it indicates about birth and death rates.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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