Brazil: Analyzing A Population Pyramid
Analyzing a Population Pyramid
Use the Census Bureau website to complete the chart below for the assigned
Complete the table for each selected country
Country: Brazil
Demographic Variable
Value
Birth Rate (per 1,000) 3.009
Death Rate (per 1,000) 1.309
Natural Increase (%) 0.8
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000 live births) 20
Total Fertility Rate 1.8
Population 65 yrs. (%) ???
Life Expectancy at Birth (male/female) 73
Urban Population (%) 85
GNP/capita (U.S.$) 10,152
Country: Argentina
Demographic Variable
Value
Birth Rate (per 1,000) 0.729
Death Rate (per 1,000) 0.313
Natural Increase (%) 1.0
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000 live births) 10
Total Fertility Rate 2.3 …show more content…
Population 65 yrs. (%) ???
Life Expectancy at Birth (male/female) 77
Urban Population (%) 93
GNP/capita (U.S.$) 15,347
1. Using the population pyramids that you created and the data table of Demographic Variables compare the demographic variables and the pyramid for the country. Describe how the shape of the pyramid reflects the demographic Variables. Using each variable explain how it relates to the shape of the pyramid.
For the country of Brazil, the demographic variables displayed in the chart correspond with the population pyramids I created for the year of 2013. In the population pyramid, the base begins a little under 4 for both male and female, then gradually increases making the pyramid wider simultaneously. By the age ranges of 30 and up, the population decreases (both male and female) creating a cone shape at the top. Similar to Brazil’s pyramid shape, Argentina’s demographic variables displayed in the chart correspond with the population pyramids I created for the year of 2013. The pyramid base begins wide just above 4 on both sides then slightly decreases. At the age range of 30 and up, both male and female population decreases gradually creating a cone shape at the top.
The shape of the pyramids reflects the demographic variables because both the pyramid and the demographic variables are solely based on the male and female population of the countries.
Since the birth/death ratio is positive for both countries, this can be reflected in the population pyramids due to the high population of males and females in the age groups. Similar to the birth/death ratio, the natural increase of Brazil and Argentina are both positive and it can be displayed by the gradual increase of male and female population from the ages of 0-30. The relatively low infant mortality rates can be seen due to the high population of babies through the age group of 0-4 on both the population pyramids. Just like the infant mortality rates, the total fertility rates contribute to the base of the pyramid from ages 0-4. The high life expectancies for both countries can be visible on the pyramids due to the drastic decrease in male/female population from ages 70 and older. Both Argentina and Brazil’s population is congested in urban areas which reflects the high male/female population on the pyramids. Lastly, the GNP of both countries is high which reflects on the overall growth in population. Both countries are financially stable, allowing growth as a …show more content…
population.
2. Determine each countries level of development in the country. Use the Human Development Index to evaluate development. How does the HDI relate to the type of the pyramid?
Argentina is ranked 45th for most developed country in the world. Its level of development is relatively average amongst other countries in the world. Argentina’s HDI is 0.811. Only 0.011% of the countries citizens live in poverty which is quite surprising. On average, about 9.3 years of schooling is completed by adults in Argentina. Argentina’s income index is 0.743 and its non-income HDI value is 0.848. Lastly, Argentina’s inequality-adjusted HDI value is 0.65. Brazil on the other hand is ranked 85th most developed country in the world. Its level of development is a little below average amongst other countries in the world. Brazil’s HDI is 0.73. On average, about 7.2 years of schooling is completed by adults in Brazil. Brazil’s income index is 0.682 and its non-income HDI value is 0.755. Just like Argentina, Brazil’s poverty index is 0.011%. Lastly Brazil’s inequality-adjusted HDI value is 0.531.
The HDI relates to the type of pyramid because the lower a countries HDI, the lower the life expectancy which ultimately affects the shape of a population pyramids.
Developed countries have the means to sustain the country’s economy which ultimately affects the life of citizens. More means of survival can be introduced to citizens and sustainability can be granted, thus increasing the life expectancy of citizens which will contribute to population growth. Less developed countries have lower life expectancies because their citizens have limited means of survival. Therefore, the HDI of a country reflects the type/shape of the population pyramid made for a
country.
3. What generalizations can be made concerning demographic indicators and level of development? Develop three generalizations that are supported by the pyramids and data charts.
A generalization that can be made concerning demographic indicators and level of developments is the level of development of a country depends on its demographic indicators. For example, Brazil’s low rank of HDI is reflected through the demographic variables shown in the above table and the population pyramid shape. Another generalization that can be understood is the higher the life expectancy of a country, the higher the country’s level of development and vise versa. For example, Argentina has a higher life expectancy than Brazil which is reflected in Argentina’s higher development rank. Lastly, a generalization that could be inferred is the more GNP/capita a country has, the more sustainable a countries population development can be. For example, Argentina has a higher GNP/capita than Brazil which causes Argentina to have higher population growth and population sustainability in the pyramids then Brazil.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of this technique to predict the future development of a country. Comparing the 2025 to the 2005 data and develop conclusions and make a predictions on the basis of reasoned analysis as to what you think the future has in store for your country.
The country I chose to evaluate is Somalia. Based on the 2005 data alone, it can be concluded that Somalia is a less developed country due to the high fertility rate and low life expectancy. Although Somalia has a lower population than other developed countries, the growth rate is higher than most countries. Based on the 2025 data predicted, I can conclude that Somalia will develop into a well developed country. A new government system has recently been introduced and the civil war has decreased in maliciousness. Also compared to the 2005 data, in 2025 the population will increase greatly and that growth rate will maintain itself. Also the fertility rate decrease and the life expectancy at birth will increase to a reasonable age. With government comes laws, and with laws come civil cooperation and obedience. I believe Somalia overtime will become highly developed and sustain its countries population with resources and financial needs to prosper as a country.
Use the Census Bureau website to complete the chart below for the assigned
Complete the table for each selected country
Country: Brazil
Demographic Variable
Value
Birth Rate (per 1,000) 3.009
Death Rate (per 1,000) 1.309
Natural Increase (%) 0.8
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000 live births) 20
Total Fertility Rate 1.8
Population 65 yrs. (%) ???
Life Expectancy at Birth (male/female) 73
Urban Population (%) 85
GNP/capita (U.S.$) 10,152
Country: Argentina
Demographic Variable
Value
Birth Rate (per 1,000) 0.729
Death Rate (per 1,000) 0.313
Natural Increase (%) 1.0
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1,000 live births) 10
Total Fertility Rate 2.3 …show more content…
Population 65 yrs. (%) ???
Life Expectancy at Birth (male/female) 77
Urban Population (%) 93
GNP/capita (U.S.$) 15,347
1. Using the population pyramids that you created and the data table of Demographic Variables compare the demographic variables and the pyramid for the country. Describe how the shape of the pyramid reflects the demographic Variables. Using each variable explain how it relates to the shape of the pyramid.
For the country of Brazil, the demographic variables displayed in the chart correspond with the population pyramids I created for the year of 2013. In the population pyramid, the base begins a little under 4 for both male and female, then gradually increases making the pyramid wider simultaneously. By the age ranges of 30 and up, the population decreases (both male and female) creating a cone shape at the top. Similar to Brazil’s pyramid shape, Argentina’s demographic variables displayed in the chart correspond with the population pyramids I created for the year of 2013. The pyramid base begins wide just above 4 on both sides then slightly decreases. At the age range of 30 and up, both male and female population decreases gradually creating a cone shape at the top.
The shape of the pyramids reflects the demographic variables because both the pyramid and the demographic variables are solely based on the male and female population of the countries.
Since the birth/death ratio is positive for both countries, this can be reflected in the population pyramids due to the high population of males and females in the age groups. Similar to the birth/death ratio, the natural increase of Brazil and Argentina are both positive and it can be displayed by the gradual increase of male and female population from the ages of 0-30. The relatively low infant mortality rates can be seen due to the high population of babies through the age group of 0-4 on both the population pyramids. Just like the infant mortality rates, the total fertility rates contribute to the base of the pyramid from ages 0-4. The high life expectancies for both countries can be visible on the pyramids due to the drastic decrease in male/female population from ages 70 and older. Both Argentina and Brazil’s population is congested in urban areas which reflects the high male/female population on the pyramids. Lastly, the GNP of both countries is high which reflects on the overall growth in population. Both countries are financially stable, allowing growth as a …show more content…
population.
2. Determine each countries level of development in the country. Use the Human Development Index to evaluate development. How does the HDI relate to the type of the pyramid?
Argentina is ranked 45th for most developed country in the world. Its level of development is relatively average amongst other countries in the world. Argentina’s HDI is 0.811. Only 0.011% of the countries citizens live in poverty which is quite surprising. On average, about 9.3 years of schooling is completed by adults in Argentina. Argentina’s income index is 0.743 and its non-income HDI value is 0.848. Lastly, Argentina’s inequality-adjusted HDI value is 0.65. Brazil on the other hand is ranked 85th most developed country in the world. Its level of development is a little below average amongst other countries in the world. Brazil’s HDI is 0.73. On average, about 7.2 years of schooling is completed by adults in Brazil. Brazil’s income index is 0.682 and its non-income HDI value is 0.755. Just like Argentina, Brazil’s poverty index is 0.011%. Lastly Brazil’s inequality-adjusted HDI value is 0.531.
The HDI relates to the type of pyramid because the lower a countries HDI, the lower the life expectancy which ultimately affects the shape of a population pyramids.
Developed countries have the means to sustain the country’s economy which ultimately affects the life of citizens. More means of survival can be introduced to citizens and sustainability can be granted, thus increasing the life expectancy of citizens which will contribute to population growth. Less developed countries have lower life expectancies because their citizens have limited means of survival. Therefore, the HDI of a country reflects the type/shape of the population pyramid made for a
country.
3. What generalizations can be made concerning demographic indicators and level of development? Develop three generalizations that are supported by the pyramids and data charts.
A generalization that can be made concerning demographic indicators and level of developments is the level of development of a country depends on its demographic indicators. For example, Brazil’s low rank of HDI is reflected through the demographic variables shown in the above table and the population pyramid shape. Another generalization that can be understood is the higher the life expectancy of a country, the higher the country’s level of development and vise versa. For example, Argentina has a higher life expectancy than Brazil which is reflected in Argentina’s higher development rank. Lastly, a generalization that could be inferred is the more GNP/capita a country has, the more sustainable a countries population development can be. For example, Argentina has a higher GNP/capita than Brazil which causes Argentina to have higher population growth and population sustainability in the pyramids then Brazil.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of this technique to predict the future development of a country. Comparing the 2025 to the 2005 data and develop conclusions and make a predictions on the basis of reasoned analysis as to what you think the future has in store for your country.
The country I chose to evaluate is Somalia. Based on the 2005 data alone, it can be concluded that Somalia is a less developed country due to the high fertility rate and low life expectancy. Although Somalia has a lower population than other developed countries, the growth rate is higher than most countries. Based on the 2025 data predicted, I can conclude that Somalia will develop into a well developed country. A new government system has recently been introduced and the civil war has decreased in maliciousness. Also compared to the 2005 data, in 2025 the population will increase greatly and that growth rate will maintain itself. Also the fertility rate decrease and the life expectancy at birth will increase to a reasonable age. With government comes laws, and with laws come civil cooperation and obedience. I believe Somalia overtime will become highly developed and sustain its countries population with resources and financial needs to prosper as a country.