Asked by Benis Yjernie on Apr 27, 2024

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What is the actual average replacement-level fertility for the whole world? 

A)  slightly higher than 1 child per couple 
B)  slightly higher than 2 children per couple 
C)  slightly higher than 3 children per couple 
D)  slightly higher than 4 children per couple

Replacement-level Fertility

The fertility rate that maintains a population's size across generations, usually about 2.1 children per woman in most developed countries.

Average Replacement-level

The fertility rate at which a population exactly replaces itself from one generation to the next, without migration.

Actual Average

The true or exact mean calculated from a set of data, as opposed to an estimated or theoretical average.

  • Understand the concept of replacement-level fertility and its impact on global population dynamics.
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Octavio LimpiasMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The actual average replacement-level fertility for the whole world is slightly higher than 2 children per couple. This means that a couple needs to have an average of 2 children in order to replace themselves and maintain a stable population size. A fertility rate lower than 2 would lead to population decline, while a fertility rate higher than 2 would lead to population growth.