Which of the Following Is NOT a Valid Explanation for High

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a valid explanation for high birth rates in sub-Saharan Africa?

• A) Tropical climates lead to higher fertility rates.
• B) Children are perceived as an economic advantage.
• C) Due to high infant mortality rates, parents have extra children in the hopes of raising a few to maturity.
• D) Children do much of the work on family farms.

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