JAMB Economics 2001 Question 45

Question 45

Population

In order to accelerate economic development, a country must

  1. A.stimulate her population growth rate
  2. B.pursue a high population growth rate
  3. C.pursue a rational population policy
  4. D.pursue an incremental population policy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (pursue a rational population policy)

Explanation

A sensible (rational) population policy keeps population growth in line with resources, which helps development.