The Part of the World with the Largest Portion of People

question 2

Multiple Choice

The part of the world with the largest portion of people over 65 years is also the part of the world with the fewest number of people under age 15 years. Which of the following is most likely to be a possible result of this disparity?

• A) A conscious effort to slow down rapid urbanization and industrialization.
• B) A larger focus on automation and technology in industries.
• C) A heavy tax burden on future workers.
• D) An increased focus on lower birth rates through incentives.
• E) An increase in migration to other nations.

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