At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of these situations outweigh the disadvantages?

In today’s time, some countries experience a decreasing
number
of elderly population compared with the
number
of working-age
people
.
This
has benefits
as well as
drawbacks.
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pros
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the pros
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and cons of
this
imbalance between
older
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the older
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and younger
population
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populations
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and explain why I believe that
advantages
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the advantages
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outweighs
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.
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On the one hand, a higher
number
of younger
people
means an increased
number
of working
people
. It is good for the country’s economy as the more
people
work the less they depend on the government for financial purposes. The government can spend the
taxpayers
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money on
the
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apply
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key areas
such
as education and healthcare
instead
of spending to manage the elderly
people
.
On the other hand
, elderly
people
are important in many ways.
Firstly
, they pass down culture, family values and
tradition
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traditions
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to the younger generation.
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,
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loss of old age
people
means
loss
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the loss
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for
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younger
people
to know about their identity.
In addition
, not only
they
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teach their kids about heritage, but
also
they share their lived experiences which cannot be found in
anybook
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any book
.
For example
, for a lot of leaders and entrepreneurs, grandparents were their
inspirations
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inspiration
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. In conclusion, I strongly believe that
disadvantages
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the disadvantages
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outweighs
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the advantages as most of the time
younger
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the younger
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generation can learn about their family values, culture
and
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etc from the internet, but
economy
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the economy
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and
higher
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a higher
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standard of living are far more important.
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task achievement
The essay would benefit from a clearer thesis statement in the introduction to outline the main points that will be discussed. Revising the conclusion to reflect a balanced view can also add more depth.
coherence cohesion
Improve the logical structure by ensuring that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence followed by supporting sentences. Ensure that ideas flow smoothly from one paragraph to the next to enhance coherence.
coherence cohesion
Strengthen arguments by providing more specific examples and evidence. Try to elaborate on how the advantages outweigh the disadvantages with more concrete details.
task achievement
The essay addresses the task prompt and provides both advantages and disadvantages of the topic, which shows an understanding of the question.
coherence cohesion
The essay logically separates ideas into paragraphs, making it easier to follow the argument.

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