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Jakiyelon Green
on Nov 25, 2024
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Japan has one of the world's highest life expectancies. However, it has experienced a net loss of population for many years, which is the result of declining birth and immigration rates. The population did rise in both 2008 and 2009, largely due to Japanese citizens abroad returning home. This data was likely analyzed by a
A) demographer.
B) social ecologist.
C) environmental sociologist.
D) nongovernmental organization.
Life Expectancies
The average period that a person may expect to live, often used as a statistical measure in demographic studies.
Net Loss
A situation where total expenses exceed total revenues during a specific period, indicating a financial loss in a business or enterprise.
Demographer
A social scientist who studies population dynamics, including birth rates, mortality rates, and migration patterns.
- Gather and examine demographic information to guide public policy and planning decisions.
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Learning Objectives
- Gather and examine demographic information to guide public policy and planning decisions.