1 markDemographic Principles and Population Dynamics

CAPE Environmental Science Unit 1 · 2008 · Paper 2 · Question 4(c)(i)

Based on your response to 4(b), suggest an appropriate fertility rate that Caribbean countries should aim at achieving.

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4(a)Explain what is meant by 'sustainable development'.[3 marks]
4(b)Explain how high fertility rates impact on a country's ability to achieve sustainable development, including an appropriate example in your response.[6 marks]
4(c)(ii)Justify your choice of fertility rate.[4 marks]
4(d)(i)Describe ONE method or measure of population control that will be effective in assisting your country to achieve the target fertility rate you suggested.[4 marks]
4(d)(ii)Outline the reason why the method described in 4(d)(i) will be effective.[2 marks]

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