Population Growth Rate Would Be Negative When

question 59

Multiple Choice

Population growth rate would be negative when

• A) birthrate is greater than death rate.
• B) death rate is greater than birthrate.
• C) all couples are married but average less than two children apiece.
• D) a country becomes poorer, because it is related to economic growth.
• E) better health care reduces the death rate and increases survivorship of newborns.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences discomfort from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Cognitions

Mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Culture

The shared beliefs, customs, practices, and social behavior of a particular nation or people.

Shared Rules

Agreed-upon guidelines or norms that govern the behavior of members within a group or society.