By the End of the 21^st Century, It Is Expected

question 31

Multiple Choice

By the end of the 21^st century, it is expected that the human population will:

• A) increase at the fastest rate in the highly developed countries.
• B) increase at the fastest rate in the less developed countries.
• C) increase at similar rates in all countries.
• D) decrease at similar rates in all countries.
• E) achieve zero population growth.

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Definitions:

National Defense

The government's role and responsibility in protecting a country and its citizens from external threats and maintaining internal security.

Progressive Tax

A tax system in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, typically placing a heavier burden on wealthier individuals.

Benefits-Received Principle

A tax theory stating that those who benefit from government services should pay taxes in proportion to the amount of benefits they receive.

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