Aging Population and Elderly Issues in Korea

Question 1

The text mentions that South Korea's rapid modernization has led to 'compressed and magnified' problems. Which of the following is an example of such a problem?

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Question 2

What does the 'Han River miracle' refer to in the context of South Korea's development?

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Question 3

What is the approximate average life expectancy in South Korea, as mentioned in the text?

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Question 4

What is the projected percentage of the South Korean population that will be 65 or older by the year 2072?

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Question 5

How long did it take for South Korea to transition from an 'aging society' (7% elderly population) to a 'super-aged society' (20% elderly population)?

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Question 6

The increase in the number of elderly people living alone in South Korea is a growing concern. Which of the following is NOT a stated reason for this trend?

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Question 7

The text suggests that South Korea's rapid development has led to a 'time urgency.' What does this term imply?

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Question 8

South Korea's total fertility rate is currently around 0.7. What is the population replacement level, meaning the average number of children a woman needs to have to maintain the population size?

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Question 9

South Korea has surpassed the international standard for an 'aging society' and is now considered a 'super-aged society.' What percentage of the population must be 65 or older to be classified as a 'super-aged society'?

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Question 10

The provided text mentions three major contradictions accompanying population aging in South Korea. Which of the following is NOT one of these contradictions?

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Question 11

The concept of 'compressed modernization' in South Korea refers to:

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Question 12

When observing the aging population in South Korea, what can be learned about the country's transition from traditional to postmodern society?

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Question 13

The 'super-aged society' status in South Korea means that the elderly population is experiencing specific challenges. Which of these is a key challenge mentioned?

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Question 14

Which of the following is identified as a reason for the high elderly poverty rate in South Korea?

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Question 15

What is the main reason for the rapid increase in South Korea's elderly population, besides the declining birth rate?

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문제 1

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The text mentions that South Korea's rapid modernization has led to 'compressed and magnified' problems. Which of the following is an example of such a problem?

문제 2

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What does the 'Han River miracle' refer to in the context of South Korea's development?

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What is the approximate average life expectancy in South Korea, as mentioned in the text?

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What is the projected percentage of the South Korean population that will be 65 or older by the year 2072?