Demographic Transition exhibits_____________?

Correct answer: B. High birth rate and high death rate in its first phase

  • A. High birth rate and low death rate in its first phase
  • B. High birth rate and high death rate in its first phase
  • C. High death rate and low birth rate in its first phase
  • D. None of theseDeath & Tragedy

Explanation

The first phase of demographic transition combines high birth rates with high death rates, so population growth remains limited. Death rates fall before birth rates in the second phase, creating rapid population growth.

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