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JAMB Economics 2009 Question 47

Question 47

Population

High dependency ratio is influenced by

  1. A.high infant mortality rate
  2. B.the level of income
  3. C.high birth rate
  4. D.inadequate medical care for children
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (high birth rate)

Explanation

A high birth rate gives many children, who depend on the working population, raising the dependency ratio.