David, a Malthusian, Believes That Overpopulation Is Not a Problem

question 38

Multiple Choice

David, a Malthusian, believes that overpopulation is not a problem because in his nation abortion is legal and widely practised, and he believes that in other parts of the world abortion and infanticide are practised widely. What do we call this type of population control?

• A) negative checks
• B) positive checks
• C) preventive measures
• D) permissive measures

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Definitions:

Deductively

An approach to reasoning or problem-solving that starts with a general theory or premise and moves towards a specific conclusion.

Inductively

A reasoning approach that starts with specific observations or sets of data and then works towards forming general conclusions or theories.

Ethos

A rhetorical strategy that establishes credibility and trustworthiness of the speaker or writer with the audience.

Pathos

A term referring to an appeal to emotion in rhetoric or persuasive communication.