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Why is the DTM useful? |
-universal in concept(can be applied to all countries in world) -starting point for the study of demographic change over time -timescales are flexible -easy to understand -enables comparisons to be made demographically between countries |
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Limitations of the DTM? |
-original model did not include 5th stage -eurocentric-- assumes the all countries in the world will follow it -does not include roles of goverement -does not include impact of migration |
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What does the DTM show us? |
Show how the population of a country changes over time through the 5 stages. |
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What type of country is in stages 4-5? |
MEDC |
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What type of country is in stages 2-3? |
LEDC |
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What problems can happen due to being in stage 5? |
-fewer child to replace the current workforce (slows down economy) -smaller population (reduction in economy) -fewer taxes payers-less money for services |
