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Investigating Populations Analysis

Use your map (and pie chart) to complete the following questions on paper:
  1. What does this visualization of coloring the world map add to your overall picture of world population?

  2. Write a description of area size versus population level of the world on paper.

  3. Create a pie graph of the world populations. Refer to Technical Hints to see how create a pie graph with percentages.

  4. Write the percentage of population directly on your map for each area on your colored map in "Investigation I". Refer to Technical Hints to see how write text in a paint program. Review your description of area size versus population from "Investigation I". How has the pie graph altered your interpretation of the data?

  5. Is the world population increasing at the same rate each year? Explain your reasoning.

  6. This model is based on population growth in 1995 and the average life expectancy and fertility rate at that time. What factors could change to alter the world population picture?

  7. Is there a limit to population that an area can support? Explain your reasoning.

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