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The statement that best describes population growth patterns in the world today is that in the world as a whole fertility rate has fallen by in the last 25 years.

The correct answer here is option c. The reasons that have been stated to explain why this is happening is due to

  • The change of roles that women now have in the society.
  • The medical advances that are made in reproduction
  • Changes due to employment

Women now have more options to either be in school or work. Another reason for this is because of the presence of contraceptives that women of reproductive age use.

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Complete question:

Which statement best describes population growth patterns in the world today?

А

In the world as a whole, women have an average of five or more children, leading to Malthusian crises,

B

Fertility rates in low- and middle-income countries worldwide are higher now than 25 years ago.

с

In the world as a whole fertility rates have fallen in the last 25 years.

D

In sub-Saharan Africa South Asia, and the Pacific, fertility rates have doubled in the last 25 years

E

Fertility rates in most high-income countries have risen in the last 25 years,