Aging Populations and Dependency Ratios
Investigating the challenges and opportunities presented by an aging global population.
Key Questions
- Explain the concept of the dependency ratio and its economic implications.
- Analyze the social and economic challenges faced by countries with rapidly aging populations.
- Design policy solutions to address the needs of an aging workforce.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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