Which of the Following Observations About Population Trends Is Incorrect

question 243

Multiple Choice

Which of the following observations about population trends is incorrect?

• A) Between 1950 and 2000, world population doubled.
• B) Today, the population growth is about 1.2 percent per year.
• C) U.S. population makes up more than 10 percent of total world population.
• D) Over the long term population growth is expected in most countries.
• E) Less-developed countries experience the fastest population growth rates.

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