It is usually calculated as the number of children (aged under 15 years) as a ratio of people of working age (ages 15 to 64). This ratio is currently in a state of flux because the pension age is being raised in many countries so that the denominator of the ratio covers a bigger age range.
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It was around 60.5 %.
The dependency ratio should be used to asses how well the labor or work force supports those who do not work in relation to other countries or regions.
There is no single ratio: the question needs to be more specific.
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"A dependency ratio is the measure of the population of the people categorized as ""dependents"", these being people who are unable to cope living on their own without assistance. These people would include young children or elderly no longer capable or work. Keeping the statistic of this ratio up to date is important in raising concern or awareness of what society can supply to the current demand that a particular population needs. Certain countries for example have a high dependency ration, which is bad considering there are fewer citizens capable of working and providing for society."