The Demographic Transition Model illustrates the transition from high birth and death rates to low rates, ultimately resulting in an aging population. This transition is primarily influenced by improvements in __________.

The Demographic Transition Model shows how countries change over time in terms of birth and death rates. This transition is mainly influenced by improvements in healthcare, education, and living conditions. For example, when a country develops better medical services, fewer people get sick and die, which lowers the death rate. At the same time, education, especially for women, often leads to families choosing to have fewer children, reducing the birth rate. As a result, the population ages, with more elderly people compared to younger ones.