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The age distribution of a country's population is shown below. Use the information to answer...

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WAEC 2025

The age distribution of a country's population is shown below. Use the information to answer questions below

AGE GROUP (YEARS)

POPULATION

0-15

30%

16-40

45%

41-60

15%

Over 60

10%

What is the dependency ratio?

 

  • A. 6:1
  • B. 1:2
  • C. 3:2
  • D. 2:3
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation

Dependent population = Dependent pop / Independent pop
Dependent pop = 30 + 10 = 40
Independent pop = 45 + 15 = 60
Dep pop = 40/60

=2:3

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