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Why is ignoring age structure a serious error in analysing population growth?

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Correct answer: Because age structure affects future births and dependency

Direct answer: Option A is correct. Age structure means the distribution of a population among different age groups, such as children, working-age adults and older people. It helps us understand future population potential. A large young or reproductive-age group may lead to more births in coming years, even if fertility per person is falling. A large dependent population also increases the need for schools, healthcare and support, while a large working-age group may provide labour and tax resources. Option B is wrong because age structure does not describe language. Option C is wrong because land area is measured separately and is not determined by people’s ages. Option D is wrong because age structure cannot eliminate deaths. Memory cue: age structure is the population’s “future shape”; it affects both birth potential and dependency needs.

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Age StructureFuture Population GrowthDependencyPopulation GrowthPopulation – DistributionDensityGrowth And CompositionPopulation Distribution Density Growth And CompositionGeographyClass 12 Mcq

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