Theories of Population Growth & Decline

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AP Human Geography › Theories of Population Growth & Decline

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What is the name of the theory that states that as the distance between two places increases, the interaction between those two places decreases?

2

A rectangular population pyramid tells you that the population of that country is __________.

3

Which of these theories about population growth in the twenty-first century is most widely believed by geographers and demographers?

4

Why is the Demographic Accounting Equation more comprehensive than the Natural Increase Rate”?

5

An Essay on the Principle of Population was written by __________.

6

Which of these countries is currently undergoing stage four of the demographic transition model?

7

Which of the following arguments can be made in opposition to Malthus’ theories on the “principle of population”?

I. Population growth will slow over time due to availability of contraception and the implementation of population control policies.

II. Technological innovation can lead to dramatic improvements in agricultural production.

III. Population growth will continue to rise due to declining death rates and improved access to education.

8

The Demographic Transition Model suggests that various regions experience a movement from __________ to __________.

9

The natural increase rate is determined by __________.

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In countries like the United States, which experience relatively low levels of natural increase rate, population growth is primarily driven by __________.

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