Question

What does a bottom heavy population imply?

• A. Population is in the age group of 14–60 years
• B. Population is in the age group of 60 years and above
• C. The existing human capital of the country
• D. Population in the age group of 0–14 years

Answer 1

The correct option is D Population in the age group of 0–14 years

During the developing stage, the birth rate is high and the death rate is low. As a result, the larger percentage of the total population is in the lower age group, i.e., 0–14 years. This implies that there are comparatively fewer persons to participate in productive employment.