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Paper 1 structured question: Population structure

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Paper 1Geographical Themes6 marks

Evaluate the age/sex pyramid of a developed country.

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Age/Sex Pyramid of Country Y

The pyramid shows a rectangular shape, indicating low birth and death rates, with a balanced distribution across age groups.

Age GroupMale PopulationFemale Population
0-45000048000
5-95200051000
10-145300052000
15-195400053000
20-245500054000
25-295600055000
30-345700056000
35-395800057000
40-445900058000
45-496000059000
50-546100060000
55-596200061000
60-646300062000
65+6400063000
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    Explain the significance of the age/sex pyramid for the country's economic planning.

    Aim for approximately 6 distinct marking points.

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Paper 1Geographical Themes4 marks

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Age/Sex Pyramid of Country X

The pyramid shows a broad base and a narrow top, indicating a high birth rate and a smaller elderly population.

Age GroupMale PopulationFemale Population
0-4200000190000
5-9180000170000
10-14160000150000
15-19140000130000
20-24120000110000
25-2910000090000
30-348000070000
35-396000050000
40-444000030000
45-492000015000
50-54100008000
55-5950004000
60-6430002000
65+20001000
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    Describe the implications of the age/sex pyramid for the country's economic development.

    Aim for approximately 4 distinct marking points.

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