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AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt

The demographic transition model predicts that industrialization

A.first lowers death rates, then birth rates

B.first lowers birth rates, then death rates

C.raises both rates together

D.has no effect on demographics

Explanation

Core Concept

Medicine and sanitation cut mortality first; cultural and economic change later shrink families — the model's sequential logic.

Correct Answer

Afirst lowers death rates, then birth rates

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