The fifth stage in the demographic transition model refers to an advanced stage where both birth and death rates are low, resulting in minimal or even negative population growth. This stage often signifies high levels of development and modernization.
Related terms
Zero Population Growth (ZPG): A condition where birth rates equal death rates, resulting in no net increase or decrease in total population size.
Aging Population: A situation characterized by an increasing proportion of older individuals within a population due to declining fertility rates and increased life expectancy.
Developed Country: A country with advanced industrialization, infrastructure, technology, and higher standards of living compared to less developed nations.