Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Population Composition

Question:

In the Age sex pyramid a narrow base and a tapered top represents which of the following?

Options:

Declining Population Pyramid

Constant Population Pyramid

Expanding Population Pyramid

Triangular Shaped Pyramid

Correct Answer:

Declining Population Pyramid

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Declining Population Pyramid

A pyramid with a narrow base and a tapered top represents a country with a declining population. The pyramid in Japan has a narrow base and a tapered top, which shows low birth and death rates. Population growth in developed countries is typically negligible, or negative.