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Question 5 • CMS 2026-2027 World History: Issues and Patterns CREDIT RECOVERY

Developed countries are facing challenges because their populations are

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

Explanation

Many developed countries have longer life expectancies because death rates have decreased, while birth rates are often low. This causes the share of older people in the population to grow, creating challenges such as increased demand for pensions and health care. The correct choice is “aging due to decreased death rates.”

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