Asked by Brianna Lambert on Jul 18, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of demographic transition theory?

A) preindustrial
B) early industrial
C) middle industrial
D) mature industrial
E) postindustrial

Demographic Transition Theory

Explains how changes in fertility and mortality affected population growth from preindustrial to postindustrial times.

Preindustrial

Refers to societies or economies that exist before the development of industrialization, characterized by agricultural, handicraft, and manual labor-based systems.

Early Industrial

Referring to the period or stage of development where societies transition from agrarian to industrial economic activities.

  • Understand the concept of demographic transition and its stages.
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Balis Pressley

Jul 19, 2024

Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The stages of demographic transition theory are preindustrial, early industrial, mature industrial, and postindustrial. Therefore, middle industrial is not a stage of the theory.