Theory question 104
PopulationSection B (answer four questions only from this section)
Why do governments conduct population census?
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Model answer
To know the size of the population and its growth rate.
To know the age and sex distribution, and so the size of the labour force and dependants.
To know the geographical distribution for siting of amenities (schools, hospitals, roads).
To know the occupational distribution.
For economic planning and budgeting.
To calculate per capita income and standard of living.
For sharing of revenue and political representation (constituencies).
To plan for future needs such as food, housing and jobs.
Explanation
Each reason should show how the information is used.