A younger population refers to the segment of a country's population that is composed of individuals who are typically under the age of 15.
Think of a younger population like the new season's crop in a farm. They're still growing, need nurturing and investment (like education and healthcare), but they also represent future productivity and potential harvest.
Dependency Ratio: This is the ratio of people under 15 or over 64 (dependent) to those likely to be economically productive (aged 15-64).
Youth Bulge: This term refers to an excess in younger cohorts compared with older cohorts due to high fertility rates.
Population Pyramid: A graphical representation showing the distribution of various age groups in a population.
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