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JAMB Economics 1992 Question 5

Question 5

Population

Age group (years): distribution (%)
Above 60: 30
15 – 60: 45
0 – 14: 25
The estimated dependency ratio of the population distribution shown above is

  1. A.11 : 9
  2. B.9 : 11
  3. C.7 : 3
  4. D.3 : 7
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (11 : 9)

Explanation

Dependants = 30 + 25 = 55%; working age = 45%. Dependency ratio = 55 : 45 = 11 : 9.