JAMB Economics 2001 Question 41

Question 41

Population

The reduction of high fertility rate is a measure in population control designed to make the

  1. A.female population higher than the male
  2. B.female and male population equal
  3. C.male population higher than the female
  4. D.growth in population more sustainable
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (growth in population more sustainable)

Explanation

Lowering the fertility rate slows population growth so that it can be supported by the country's resources.