WBCS.LIVE practice question

What is the significance of the "Working Age Population" in demographic studies?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. It indicates the number of elderly dependents.
  2. It represents the economically productive segment of the population.
  3. It shows the number of children in a country.
  4. It primarily reflects population density.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: It represents the economically productive segment of the population.