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Zorluk: OrtaThe Ageing Population

While the United Kingdom's population is growing, it is also ageing. According to the official handbook, which factors are the primary reasons for the increase in life expectancy that drives this demographic change?

  1. Improved healthcare and better living standardsCevap
  2. B
    A significant increase in the national birth rate
  3. C
    The mass migration of young families to other countries
  4. D
    The introduction of a lower legal retirement age

Cevap

The primary reasons for the increase in life expectancy are improved healthcare and better living standards.
The correct answer is correct because the official Life in the UK handbook states that the ageing population is a result of people living longer than in the past, primarily due to improved healthcare and better living standards.

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1
Identify the core demographic trend being described.
The UK has an ageing population, meaning the average age of citizens is increasing.
This sets the context for understanding what factors would lead to people living longer.
2
Recall the specific causes cited in the official Life in the UK handbook for this trend.
The handbook mentions that people are living longer due to better medical care and improved conditions of life.
The exam is based strictly on the content of the official study materials.
3
Select the option that matches these drivers.
Improved healthcare and better living standards.
This directly aligns with the text of the official handbook regarding life expectancy.

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Drivers of the Ageing Population
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