The Malthusian Trap Refers To

question 28

Multiple Choice

The Malthusian trap refers to:

• A)a cycle of population growth followed by an outbreak of war,pestilence,or famine that keeps population growth in check.
• B)the annual number of deaths due to poor nutrition,hygiene,and uncontrollable disease.
• C)the process by which urban populations and their activities become more complex and heterogeneous over time.
• D)All of the above.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Incidence

The number of new cases of a disease within a specified time, usually 1 year.

Distribution

In statistics and business, refers to the way in which values, assets, or products are spread out or disbursed across different areas or among various stakeholders.

T Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a central role in the immune response, assisting in the protection against pathogens.

Macrophages

A variant of white blood cell that consumes and dismantles cellular rubbish, alien substances, microorganisms, and cancer cells via a mechanism termed phagocytosis.