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The 2011 Census recorded the total population of the United Kingdom at approximately 6363 million. According to the official distribution statistics between the four nations, which country accounts for approximately 5%5\% of this total population?

  1. WalesAnswer
  2. B
    Scotland
  3. C
    Northern Ireland
  4. D
    England

Answer

Wales
The correct answer is Wales because, according to the 2011 Census data cited in the official 'Life in the United Kingdom' handbook, it is home to approximately 33 million people, which equates to 5%5\% of the total UK population of 6363 million.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recall the total population of the UK as of the 2011 Census.
The total population was approximately 6363 million.
This provides the baseline for calculating the distribution percentages.
2
Review the population distribution percentages for each of the four nations.
England: 84%84\%, Scotland: 8%8\%, Wales: 5%5\%, Northern Ireland: 3%3\%.
These figures are the official statistics provided in the Life in the UK study materials.
3
Identify the nation that matches the 5%5\% figure requested in the question.
Wales is the nation with approximately 5%5\% of the population.
Direct matching of the recalled statistic to the question criteria.

Key Concept

UK Population Distribution (2011 Census)
Estimated Time:45s
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Population Statistics and Distribution

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