Stage Two of the Demographic Transition Is Characterized By

question 111

Multiple Choice

Stage two of the demographic transition is characterized by:

• A) a high birthrate but a declining death rate.
• B) declining birthrates and death rates.
• C) high birthrates and death rates.
• D) a high death rate and declining birthrate.

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