What shape does a population pyramid take for a rapidly growing population?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: Triangular shape
Explanation: A population pyramid representing a rapidly growing population typically has a population pyramid in a triangular shape. This occurs because there is a wide base (high birth rate) and a narrow top (lower life expectancy and fewer elderly people). It indicates a large proportion of young population and rapid population growth.
Additional Key Facts
A wide base shows high fertility rates.
A narrow top indicates lower life expectancy.
Common in developing countries.
It reflects high dependency ratio (more young dependents).
Used in demography to study population structure and trends.
Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers
Question: What does a narrow top of a population pyramid indicate?
Answer: Low life expectancy
Question: What is the purpose of a population pyramid?
Answer: To show age and sex distribution of a population