By 2010 the U.S Census Bureau expects life expectancy in the tow southern African countries of Botswana and South Africa to be ?
Correct answer: B. 30 to 40 years, a fall of more than 10 years from 1995
- A. 30 to 40 years, about the same as in 1995
- B. 30 to 40 years, a fall of more than 10 years from 1995
- C. 50 to 60 years, about the same as in 1995
- D. 70 years, an increase from 1995
Explanation
The forecast reflected the severe impact of HIV/AIDS in southern Africa: life expectancy in Botswana and South Africa was expected to fall to roughly 30–40 years, more than ten years below the 1995 level. Hence option b matches the projection.
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