Under the Theories of Thomas Malthus,what Is the Difference Between

question 127

Multiple Choice

Under the theories of Thomas Malthus,what is the difference between a positive check and a negative check on population growth?

• A) A positive check reduces the fertility rate; a negative check reduces the mortality rate.
• B) A positive check increases the fertility rate; a negative check increases the mortality rate.
• C) A positive check increases the fertility rate; a negative check reduces the mortality rate.
• D) A positive check reduces the fertility rate; a negative check increases mortality rate.
• E) There is no difference since both reduce population growth.

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