JAMB Biology 2011 Question 31

Question 31

Population Ecology

Which of the following is a feature of the population pyramid of a developing country?

  1. A.Low death rate.
  2. B.Short lifespan.
  3. C.Long lifespan.
  4. D.Low birth rate.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Short lifespan.)

Explanation

Developing countries have many births and many deaths, so few people reach old age. The pyramid is wide at the base and narrows quickly, showing a short lifespan.