Asked by Bossen House on May 10, 2024
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In the past seventy years, the Earth's population has
A) shrunk slightly.
B) peaked around twenty-five years ago and has been shrinking ever since.
C) increased by around 25 percent.
D) nearly tripled.
Earth's Population
The total number of human beings currently living on the planet, which is subject to change due to factors like birth rates, mortality rates, and migration.
- Acquire knowledge about the impact of global population dynamics on social systems and ecological balance.
Verified Answer
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Trina PetersonMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
According to United Nations data, the world's population in 1950 was approximately 2.5 billion. As of 2020, the population has grown to over 7.8 billion, which is almost three times the 1950 population. Therefore, option D is the correct choice.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the impact of global population dynamics on social systems and ecological balance.