According to the Text, Population Growth in Many Poor Countries

question 65

Multiple Choice

According to the text, population growth in many poor countries does NOT generally result in increased labor resources because

• A) many people do not join the labor force.
• B) most people are not productive in their work.
• C) many people work two jobs.
• D) most jobs are for middle-age workers.

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