The World's Population Increased So Rapidly from 1800 to the Present

question 245

Multiple Choice

The world's population increased so rapidly from 1800 to the present day because of higher

• A) birthrates and lower standards of living.
• B) standards of living and higher birthrates.
• C) standards of living and lower death rates.
• D) death rates and higher standards of living.

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Definitions:

Instability

A condition of being variable or prone to change, often used to describe emotional or mental unpredictability in individuals.

Preconventional Level

According to Kohlberg, evaluating importance of individual needs and personal conscience in regard to maintenance of the social order.

Psychosocial Development

A framework created by Erik Erikson that outlines human development across eight stages, from infancy to late adulthood, focusing on social interactions and conflicts.

Autonomy

The concept of being self-directed and free to make one's own decisions, leading to a sense of independence.