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Demographics and Population

Question 1 • 12011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-World History and Geography S2

Developed countries are facing challenges because their populations are

Answer
A
aging due to decreased death rates.
B
increasing due to higher birth rates.
C
losing a sense of economic stability.
D
competing for limited natural resources.

Explanation

Developed countries often have low birth rates and longer life expectancies, so the proportion of older people in their populations grows. This creates challenges such as a larger retired population and increased demand for health care. Thus, the best choice is “aging due to decreased death rates.”

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