Theories of Population - SS1 Economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Who proposed the Malthusian theory of population?
Adam Smith
Thomas Malthus
Karl Marx
John Maynard Keynes
What does the Malthusian theory suggest about population growth?
Population growth will eventually outstrip the available resources
Population growth will always be in balance with the available resources
Population growth will decrease as resources become more scarce
Population growth has no impact on resource availability
What is the demographic theory of population?
Population growth is driven by changes in fertility, mortality, and migration patterns
Population growth is determined solely by economic factors
Population growth is determined solely by environmental factors
Population growth is determined solely by social factors
How does the demographic theory differ from the Malthusian theory?
The demographic theory suggests that population growth is influenced by a variety of factors, while the Malthusian theory focuses on resource availability
The demographic theory suggests that population growth is always beneficial, while the Malthusian theory suggests it can lead to poverty and famine
The demographic theory suggests that population growth is only influenced by economic factors, while the Malthusian theory considers environmental factors as well
The demographic theory and the Malthusian theory are essentially the same
How does migration impact population growth according to the demographic theory?
Migration can increase or decrease population growth depending on the direction of movement
Migration has no impact on population growth
Migration can only impact mortality rates, not population growth
Migration can only impact economic conditions, not population growth
What does the Malthusian theory suggest about the relationship between population growth and resource availability?
The Malthusian theory, proposed by Thomas Malthus, suggests that population growth will eventually outstrip the available resources, leading to a decline in living standards and an increase in poverty and famine.
What are the main factors that influence population growth according to the demographic theory?
The demographic theory suggests that population growth is driven by changes in fertility, mortality, and migration patterns, and is influenced by economic, social, and political factors.