Group Discussions — Cumulative exam

Question 32 • TX-US Government IC (Summer 25-26)

If there are large numbers of people under 15 and over 65, what is the main challenge it creates for a country?

Answer

Economically, it’s costly to provide resources to them since very little is contributed by them economically.

Economically, it’s costly to provide jobs to them since very little is contributed economically.

Socially, the groups challenge a country to provide enough schools and social programs for them.

Socially, the groups challenge the people that fall between the two age groups to provide recreational programs.

Explanation

People under 15 and over 65 are generally less likely to be working and contributing to the economy, while still needing support such as education, health care, and other services. When these age groups make up a large share of the population, the working population must support more dependents, making it costly for the country to provide resources. Choice A describes this economic burden.

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