1. What challenges does a country face…* With a very high percentage of young people?* With a very high percentage of old people?2. Considering the extremely low birthrates in highly developed countries, should people be encouraged to have more children?* Why or why not?3. Discuss the effectiveness of 2 strategies to reduce birthrates in developing countries. What are some barriers, and why:* Improving the status of women* Contraception4. What do you think would be more effective in minimizing the impacts of humans on the planet:* Controlling population growth in developing nations (where most growth is occurring) and/or* Curbing consumption of resources in developed countries (where the impact per person is highest)?