Why is the child population and old age population a burden for the working population?

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These sections of the population can't earn their livelihood due to the tenderness of the age.They are dependent on the working population .They need extra care and support in one or other way like feeding,clothing,shelter etc.Their dependence on the working population make them a burden for the working population.

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