Which Statement Best Describes Age Structure Diagrams

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes age structure diagrams? 

• A) They show two age groups: reproductive and not reproductive. 
• B) They are useful for comparing one population with another. 
• C) They are strictly for present use and do not provide insight into future trends. 
• D) They show the number of males and females in the infant category.

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Definitions:

Reproduction

The biological process by which new organisms are generated, ensuring the continuation of a species.

Differential Reinforcement

In acquiring gender roles and identities, the process by which girls and boys are rewarded for engaging in ways that are considered gender appropriate in their culture.

Personality Development

The formation and growth of the enduring patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that distinguish an individual.

Cognitive Structures

The mental frameworks and concepts that individuals use to organize and interpret information.