GK
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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remaining stable
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aging rapidly
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growing rapidly
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declining rapidly
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Detailed explanation-1: -A population pyramid that is very wide at the younger ages, characteristic of countries with a high birth rate and perhaps low life expectancy. The population is said to be fast-growing, and the size of each birth cohort increases each year. A population pyramid that is narrowed at the bottom.
Detailed explanation-2: -Interpreting a Population Pyramid Narrow base shows low birth rate as small numbers of children are born. Therefore, narrowing base indicates a falling birth rate. A broad top or wide apex indicates high proportion of people living longer. Straight or near vertical sides depicts a low death rate.
Detailed explanation-3: -Below are examples of each stage. Rapid Growth Population Pyramid. Shape: Looks like a typical pyramid with a large base that gets smaller as you ascend. This type of population typically has poor health care and short life expectancies. Mostly found in under developed and developing countries.