Question 1

In which stages of the Demographic Transition is the rate of natural increase (RNI)low?
A)stage 1 and stage 3
B)stage 1 and stage 4
C)stage 2 and stage 3
D)stage 2 and stage 4
E)stage 3 and stage 4

Accepted Answer

In stage 1, the RNI is low due to high birth and death rates cancelling each other out. In stage 4, the RNI is low due to low birth and death rates, resulting in a stable population.

Question 2

What is the current total fertility rate (TFR)for the world as a whole?
A)1.8 children
B)2.1 children
C)2.5 children
D)3.1 children
E)3.8 children

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

What does a total fertility rate (TFR)that is less than 2.1 indicate?
A)that a population is not growing naturally
B)that a population is growing slowly
C)that a population is growing quickly
D)that a population has reached its peak
E)A TFR that is less than 2.1 has no particular significance.

Accepted Answer

A TFR less than 2.1 indicates that a population is not growing naturally, as this is the minimum replacement rate needed to maintain a population's size. A TFR less than 2.1 means that each generation of women is having fewer children than the previous generation, leading to a declining population over time.

Question 4

What is the average rate of urbanization for developing countries?
A)about 15%
B)approximately 20%
C)between 30% and 40%
D)a little less than 50%
E)more than 60%

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Question 5

In which stage of the Demographic Transition are birthrate and death rate both high?
A)stage 1
B)stage 2
C)stage 3
D)stage 4
E)stage 5

Accepted Answer

In stage 1 of the demographic transition, both birthrate and death rate are high due to poor living conditions, lack of access to healthcare, and high infant mortality rates.

Question 6

This region has the highest percentage of population younger than age 15.
A)North America
B)Latin America
C)South Asia
D)East Asia
E)Sub-Saharan Africa

Accepted Answer

According to World Bank data from 2021, Sub-Saharan Africa has the highest percentage of population younger than age 15, at 41.6%. This is significantly higher than the other regions listed, which range from 14.5% to 25.1%.

Question 7

What is the current population of the Earth?
A)6.7 million
B)670 million
C)just over 1.7 billion
D)more than 7 billion
E)just about 1.6 trillion

Accepted Answer

As per the latest estimates by the United Nations in 2021, the current population of the Earth is 7.9 billion, which is more than 7 billion. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option A, B, C, and E are incorrect as they do not agree with the current estimates.

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding world population is INCORRECT?
A)One-third of the world's population lives in China and India.
B)Ten countries account for 60% of the world's population.
C)Population density, rate of natural increase, and total fertility rate are higher in Russia than the United States.
D)North American cities generally have lower population densities.
E)The population growth rate is about one-half the 1960s peak rate.

Accepted Answer

Population density, rate of natural increase, and total fertility rate are actually higher in the United States than in Russia.

Question 9

Taking electromagnetic images from aircraft or satellites is called
A)thematic mapping.
B)GPS.
C)remote sensing.
D)geographic information systems.
E)a map projection.

Accepted Answer

Electromagnetic images taken from aircraft or satellites is a common technique in remote sensing. Thematic mapping involves creating maps based on specific themes or topics. GPS (Global Positioning System) is a technology used to determine location. Geographic information systems involve the collection, storage, analysis, and display of geographic data. Map projection is the process of displaying a 3D Earth on a 2D surface.

Question 10

Which of the following provides the annual growth rate for a country or region as a percentage?
A)population growth
B)rate of natural increase
C)crude birth rate
D)population transition
E)total fertility rate

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Question 11

In Stage 5 of the Demographic Transition, what important change occurs?
A)Population increases.
B)The rate of natural increase (RNI)becomes negative.
C)Death rates begin to increase.
D)Birth rates begin to increase.
E)Life expectancies begin to decrease.

Accepted Answer

In Stage 5 of the Demographic Transition, the rate of natural increase (RNI) becomes negative. This means that the number of deaths exceeds the number of births, leading to a decrease in population size. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including increased access to birth control, a focus on career rather than starting families, and a shift away from large families being the norm.

Question 12

Computerized maps that consist of many different layers of information are produced by using
A)thematic mapping.
B)GPS.
C)map projections.
D)geographic information systems (GIS).
E)choropleth mapping.

Accepted Answer

Computerized maps that consist of many different layers of information are produced by using geographic information systems (GIS). GIS allows for the inclusion of multiple layers of data, such as topography, political boundaries, and demographic data, which can be analyzed and manipulated to create complex and detailed maps. Thematic mapping refers to mapping specific themes or topics, such as population density, while GPS is a technology used to determine precise location. Map projections refer to the method used to depict the curved Earth on a flat map, and choropleth mapping is a type of thematic mapping that uses shading or coloring to display data.

Question 13

Which of the following measurements of human population is very similar to the average number of children per family?
A)rate of natural increase
B)crude birthrate
C)refined birthrate
D)total fertility rate
E)birthrate per capita

Accepted Answer

The total fertility rate (TFR) is the average number of children that would be born to a woman over her lifetime if she were to experience the exact current age-specific fertility rates (ASFRs) through her reproductive years. This measurement is similar to the average number of children per family. The other options measure different aspects of population growth, such as the rate of natural increase (the difference between birth and death rates) and crude and refined birthrates (the number of births per 1,000 people).

Question 14

Most of the current and future world population growth is occurring in which part of the world?
A)North and South America
B)European Union countries of Eastern and Western Europe
C)Australia and Oceania
D)developing countries of Africa, Asia, and South America
E)Islamic countries of Southwest and Southeast Asia

Accepted Answer

According to United Nations projections, the majority of population growth will occur in developing countries in Africa, Asia, and South America. These regions are expected to experience the highest population growth rates due to factors such as high fertility rates, decreasing infant mortality rates, and improving healthcare access.

Question 15

What stage of the Demographic Transition produces a rapid rise in the rate of natural increase?
A)stage 1
B)stage 2
C)stage 3
D)stage 4
E)stage 5

Accepted Answer

Stage 2 of the Demographic Transition, also known as the "transitional stage," is characterized by a rapid decline in death rates due to improvements in healthcare and sanitation, while birth rates remain high. As a result, the rate of natural increase (birth rate minus death rate) rapidly rises, leading to a population explosion.

Question 16

In which stage of the Demographic Transition are birthrate and death rate both low?
A)stage 1
B)stage 2
C)stage 3
D)stage 4
E)stage 5

Accepted Answer

In stage 4 of the Demographic Transition, birthrate and death rate are both low. This is typically the result of improved healthcare, education, and access to birth control, leading to a lower desire for large families and a longer life expectancy.

Question 17

In migration, which of the following is an example of a push force?
A)war in a potential destination
B)health services in a potential destination
C)unemployment in a person's homeland
D)economic opportunity in a person's homeland
E)religious freedom in a potential destination

Accepted Answer

A push force refers to something that drives or forces someone to leave their homeland. Unemployment is an example of a push force as it creates a lack of economic opportunities and stability, leading individuals to seek better opportunities elsewhere.

Question 18

Since 1970, average world life expectancy has gone up about
A)2 years.
B)5 years.
C)8 years.
D)13 years.
E)20 years.

Accepted Answer

Since 1970, average world life expectancy has increased from around 56 years to around 69 years, making a difference of about 13 years.

Question 19

According to your text, what demographic landmark was reached in 2009?
A)More than half the world's population lived in towns and cities.
B)The number of displaced persons exceeded 60 million.
C)The rate of population growth doubled.
D)China instituted its one-child policy.
E)Earth's population exceeded 9.7 billion.

Accepted Answer

The text states that in 2009, more than half of the world's population lived in towns and cities, marking a significant demographic landmark.

Question 20

Which of the following countries is NOT one of the top six immigrant countries?
A)United States
B)Russia
C)Germany
D)France
E)Saudi Arabia

Accepted Answer

France is not one of the top six immigrant countries; the top countries typically include the United States, Germany, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and others like Canada or the United Kingdom.

Quiz 1: Concepts of World Geography

In which stages of the Demographic Transition is the rate of natural increase (RNI) low?

What is the current total fertility rate (TFR) for the world as a whole?

What does a total fertility rate (TFR) that is less than 2.1 indicate?

What is the average rate of urbanization for developing countries?

In which stage of the Demographic Transition are birthrate and death rate both high?

This region has the highest percentage of population younger than age 15.

What is the current population of the Earth?

Which of the following statements regarding world population is INCORRECT?

Taking electromagnetic images from aircraft or satellites is called

Which of the following provides the annual growth rate for a country or region as a percentage?

In Stage 5 of the Demographic Transition, what important change occurs?

Computerized maps that consist of many different layers of information are produced by using

Which of the following measurements of human population is very similar to the average number of children per family?

Most of the current and future world population growth is occurring in which part of the world?

What stage of the Demographic Transition produces a rapid rise in the rate of natural increase?

In which stage of the Demographic Transition are birthrate and death rate both low?

In migration, which of the following is an example of a push force?

Since 1970, average world life expectancy has gone up about

According to your text, what demographic landmark was reached in 2009?

Which of the following countries is NOT one of the top six immigrant countries?