The graph illustrates the proportion of the population aged 65 and

over in Japan, Sweden, and the USA from 1940 to a projected 2040.
Overall, the percentages of people aged 65 and over in all three nations
expanded to varying degrees. However, the projection indicates that
these proportions will grow exponentially, peaking in 2040. This trend
suggests an aging population in these countries, with Japan expected
to see the most significant increase.
In 1940, approximately 7% of the Swedish population and about 9% of
the American population were aged 65 and over. These percentages
experienced fluctuations over the following decades but rose overall.
Based on the projection, both countries will continue this upward
trajectory, peaking at around 24% to 25% by 2040.
In contrast, Japan had a different trend. Around 5% of its population
was aged 65 and over in 1940. This proportion slightly decreased in
subsequent decades before returning to 5% by 2000. From there, the
percentage increased significantly and, according to the projection,
will surge dramatically around 2030, reaching a peak of approximately
27% in 2040. By this time, Japan is expected to have the largest
proportion of older people among the three countries.
One of the most notable features of the graph is Japan's dramatic
increase in the elderly population. Initially, Japan had a smaller
percentage of older individuals, but this is projected to rise sharply,
culminating in a proportion significantly higher than those of Sweden
and the USA.
Option 2:
The line graph depicts the proportion of individuals aged 65 and over
in Japan, Sweden, and the USA from 1940 to a projected 2040.
Overall, the data suggests that all three countries will experience a
significant increase in the proportion of their populations aged 65 and
over. Whereas Sweden and the USA will see steady growth, Japan is
expected to undergo a more dramatic rise, resulting in a higher
percentage of elderly individuals by 2040. This trend highlights the
aging populations in these nations, with Japan projected to have the
largest proportion.
In 1940, the proportion of elderly people in Sweden was
approximately 7%, while in the USA, it was around 9%. Over the
following decades, these percentages experienced various fluctuations
but generally trended upwards. According to the projections, both
countries will see continued growth in their elderly populations,
peaking at around 24% to 25% by 2040.
Japan, on the other hand, began with a smaller percentage of elderly
individuals, about 5% in 1940. This figure experienced a slight decline
in subsequent decades before returning to 5% by 2000. From that
point, the proportion increased substantially, and projections indicate
a significant surge around 2030. By 2040, Japan is expected to reach a
peak of approximately 27%, surpassing both Sweden and the USA in
the proportion of elderly citizens.
A notable aspect of the graph is the dramatic increase in Japan’s
elderly population. While Japan started with a smaller percentage, the
projections suggest that this demographic will expand rapidly,
reaching a level higher than the other two countries by 2040.