In demographic terms what is the main argument associated with Malthusianism ?
Correct answer: C. population growth tends to outstrip food production
- A. population growth creates the conditions for the spread of disease
- B. all countries must pass through the demographic transition
- C. population growth tends to outstrip food production
- D. birth control is irrelevant for the control of population growth
Explanation
Malthus argued that population tends to grow faster than food production, creating pressure through famine, disease and poverty. This is the central population-versus-resources claim of Malthusianism.
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