Which of the Following Best Describes Thomas Malthus's Theory on Population

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes Thomas Malthus's theory on population growth?

• A)Population increases at an exponential rate; subsistence increases at a linear rate.
• B)Population and subsistence both increase at an arithmetic rate.
• C)Population increases at an arithmetic rate; subsistence increases at a geometric rate.
• D)Population will continue to grow until we reach the replacement-fertility rate.

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