The line graph illustrates the birth and death rates in New Zealand over a period of two centuries, from 1901 to 2101.
A discernible pattern emerges, revealing a decline in birth rates and a steady increase in death rates over the specified time frame.
The birth rate, which peaked at approximately 65 per 1000 in the 1960s, has been experiencing a gradual decline, projected to reach around 40 per 1000 by 2101. This downward trend is a striking feature of the graph, highlighting the drastic shift in birth patterns in New Zealand over the past century.
In contrast, the death rate has been steadily increasing, rising from around 10 per 1000 in 1901 to a projected 20 per 1000 by 2101. Notably, the graph suggests that the death rate will surpass the birth rate around 2041, marking a significant turning point in the demographic trends of New Zealand
