Suppose the World's Population in 2012 Is 7

question 134

Multiple Choice

Suppose the world's population in 2012 is 7.1 billion and is projected to grow at a rate of 1.2% per year. In approximately what year will the world's population be 14.2 billion?

• A) in the year 2021
• B) in the year 2054
• C) in the year 2072
• D) in the year 3000

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Definitions:

Phobias

An intense, irrational fear of specific objects, situations, or activities that poses little to no actual danger.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment method that involves confronting feared or traumatic memories, objects, or situations directly to reduce their associated anxiety.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A psychiatric condition marked by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive actions (compulsions).

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to gradually reduce anxiety or phobia by having the patient confront a feared object or context in a controlled manner.