Practice mode Population And Development

What is the period of rapid population growth called that lies between a pre-industrial stable population with high birth and death rates and a modern stable population with low fertility and mortality?

Correct answer C. Demographic transition

Explanation

Demographic transition theory explains that death rates fall before birth rates, causing a temporary population surge until fertility also declines.

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