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NOVA: THE POPULATION PARADOX QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. Buy Quality Materials
What is Japan's population issue?
It's expected o shrink by 1/2 in a matter of years (Soon there won't be enough people to support the infrastructure)
What is the imbalance projected for the future between industrialized...
NOVA: THE POPULATION PARADOX QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. Buy
Quality Materials
What is Japan's population issue?
It's expected o shrink by 1/2 in a matter of years (Soon there won't be enough people to
support the infrastructure)
What is the imbalance projected for the future between industrialized nations and
developing countries
more kids in developing countries are continuing to survive. (Industrial and developing
countries' population rate is polar-- as one is growing the other is declining)
What country will soon surpass China with 1.5 billion?
India
What is the reason that southern India has a much lower birth rate the northern
india?
More women in the south are educated and have better opportunities. They can,
therefore, be self-sufficient ($$)
In India, why are sons preferred over daughters?
Sons stay with the family and look after their parents. (Daughters are considered
property of her in-laws and husband after marriage)
Why are Indian women considered to have no control over their lives?
The husband and mother-in-law determine reproductive/sexual decisions
What percentage of marriages in India arrange?
95%
What is usual age of the bride and groom
Brides: 15-16
Grooms: a few years older than the brides
What percentage of India's population is under 25 years old?
1/2 country
How many women are maimed or killed via "Bride Burning"
25,000 women
How many more men than women are in India right now due to sex selection?
35 million
Are sonograms to determine sex legal in India?
No. (theyre illegal)
What are two causes for elevation in status of some Indian women?
1. Job training
2. Education
What is Japan's current population rate per women? What effect is this having on
their population
1.3 children per woman; they're population is shrinking by 1/2
What is a parasite single?
Someone who lives with their parent in order to pursue a career
What is a christmas cake in Japan?
Someone 25+ who shouldn't get married. They are considered "left over"
What does Japan's population pyramid look like and why is it a problem?
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