The latest available statistics, as of 2014, show that France
has a fertility rate of 2.01. This is the highest fertility rate in
the EU. In the United States, the fertility rate is 1.88.
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What characteristics do developed nations share
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Developed countries have high levels of living standards. The
characteristics they share are: a high GDP or gross domestic
product per capita, industrialization and a very high Human
Development Index or HDI rating.
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Why are modern farming techniques and a reduction of biodiversity a problem
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* They make crops more vulnerable to disease in the long run. *
Toxins in pesticides get into the world's soil and water supply. *
Chemical fertilizers and pesticides create a race against nature
that mankind is likely to lose.
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In what ways can culture impact economics
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Holidays like Thanksgiving or Labor Day
Love of a certain type of music
Parents teach children their work ethic
Preferences for housing
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How can a culture affect economics
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A culture can affect economics in various ways. One way is how
people take care of their health. Another is where people work and
the types of jobs they have. Eating out or cooking their own food
at home can affect economics. Another affect culture can have on
economics is the cultural events and traditions such as weddings or
coming of age type parties.
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Power and legitimacy existing together in a state is defined as
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authority
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Why do geographers consider music to be a cultural signifier
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Music is an important part of cultural rituals like weddings and
graduations.
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What are some common costs to a country that has focused its economy on achieving a high gross domestic product
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Some of the common spending costs that a country will have to
focus on when building its economy includes infrastructure projects
such as larger ports and dams. Dams provide more power to
industries to carry out their activities.
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A manufacturing plant that only makes expensive handbags is an example of
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specialization
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What are some advantages to an oligarchic form of government
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A. It prevents mob rule. An oligarchy is supposed to be rule by the best but it is more often rule by the rich and powerful, usually with the backing of an army. If the ruling class treats the rest of the population well, an oligarchy can be efficient because it is decisive; there isn`t the squabbling that occurs in democracies.
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Which type of nation uses the most energy
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Developed
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What is Growing crops herding animals or even hunting and gathering
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Traditional economy
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What can you tell from the population pyramid about the population of Japan in 2050
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Japan's population will be 93 million people, and elders will
probably far outnumber children under the age of 15.
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What does not describe one of the four basic characteristics of a state
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A state has a democratic system
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What conditions will increases nations human development index
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What conditions will increase a nation’s humad Development Index
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What are the following major elements of a high quality of life
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A)access to effective education
(B) Ability to get quality health care
(D)Removal and appropriate treatment of waste
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Fertility rate in Paris
The latest available statistics, as of 2014, show that France
has a fertility rate of 2.01. This is the highest fertility rate in
the EU. In the United States, the fertility rate is 1.88.
What characteristics do developed nations share
Developed countries have high levels of living standards. The
characteristics they share are: a high GDP or gross domestic
product per capita, industrialization and a very high Human
Development Index or HDI rating.
Why are modern farming techniques and a reduction of biodiversity a problem
* They make crops more vulnerable to disease in the long run. *
Toxins in pesticides get into the world's soil and water supply. *
Chemical fertilizers and pesticides create a race against nature
that mankind is likely to lose.
In what ways can culture impact economics
Holidays like Thanksgiving or Labor Day
Love of a certain type of music
Parents teach children their work ethic
Preferences for housing
How can a culture affect economics
A culture can affect economics in various ways. One way is how
people take care of their health. Another is where people work and
the types of jobs they have. Eating out or cooking their own food
at home can affect economics. Another affect culture can have on
economics is the cultural events and traditions such as weddings or
coming of age type parties.
Power and legitimacy existing together in a state is defined as
authority
Why do geographers consider music to be a cultural signifier
Music is an important part of cultural rituals like weddings and
graduations.
What are some common costs to a country that has focused its economy on achieving a high gross domestic product
Some of the common spending costs that a country will have to
focus on when building its economy includes infrastructure projects
such as larger ports and dams. Dams provide more power to
industries to carry out their activities.
A manufacturing plant that only makes expensive handbags is an example of
specialization
What are some advantages to an oligarchic form of government
A. It prevents mob rule. An oligarchy is supposed to be rule by the best but it is more often rule by the rich and powerful, usually with the backing of an army. If the ruling class treats the rest of the population well, an oligarchy can be efficient because it is decisive; there isn`t the squabbling that occurs in democracies.
Which type of nation uses the most energy
Developed
What is Growing crops herding animals or even hunting and gathering
Traditional economy
What can you tell from the population pyramid about the population of Japan in 2050
Japan's population will be 93 million people, and elders will
probably far outnumber children under the age of 15.
What does not describe one of the four basic characteristics of a state
A state has a democratic system
What conditions will increases nations human development index
What conditions will increase a nation’s humad Development Index
What are the following major elements of a high quality of life