Which of the following is not a possible cost of high fertility rates and rapid population growth ?
Correct answer: A. increasing returns to natural resources with a direct impact on average food consumption
- A. increasing returns to natural resources with a direct impact on average food consumption
- B. increased urbanization and congestion
- C. a higher labor force growth rate and higher unemployment
- D. a working population that must support a large number of dependents
Explanation
High fertility can create congestion, rapid labour-force growth, unemployment, and a heavy dependent burden. Increasing returns to natural resources would be beneficial rather than a cost, making option a the exception.
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