(iii) True or false? Look at the table on page 187 and tick (✓) the correct box in each case. True
(a) The USA had a death rate higher than its birth rate. (b) Japan is experiencing a natural decrease in its population. (c) Bulgaria is experiencing a natural increase in its population. (d) The natural increase experienced in Nigeria is 25.8.
Population Cycle
3. (i) Below is the demographic transition model with certain details left blank. You should fill in the blank spaces to complete the model.
Stage 1 40 30 20 10 0
Example of country in this stage
Birth rate Death rate
Natural increase or decrease?
Poorly
Description of economy
developed. High levels of poverty. May experience war or famine.
Somalia High High
Falling slowly Increase
Economy considered developed, with most people living long lives and having fewer children.
188 SKILLS FOR EXAM SUCCESS GEOGRAPHY Ireland Low Total population Stage 2