AP Environmental Sciencehardmcq1 pt
Which factor would INCREASE a country's population growth rate?
A.Falling infant mortality with constant birth rate
B.Rising female education
C.Widespread contraception access
D.Rising emigration
Explanation
Core Concept
More children surviving while births stay high widens the growth gap — the demographic transition's boom mechanism.
Correct Answer
AFalling infant mortality with constant birth rate
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