If the population growth of less developed countries continues at its current rate, the population of these nations is expected to double in 40 years. What will be the mostly likely consequence of this rapid population growth?

A. The population will be rapidly aging, and these nations will require more healthcare facilities and trained healthcare workers.
B. Large numbers of people will be expected to emigrate from these countries, and nearby nations will bear the burden of the migrating population.
C. These countries will find a way to keep up with the demand for more schools, employment opportunities, and agricultural and industrial output.
D. Standards of living will fall because the country cannot raise per capita GDP faster than the population rate is growing.

The correct answer is D. Standards of living will fall because the country cannot raise per capita GDP faster than the population rate is growing.

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GeoPanther GeoPanther · Answer 2 · 2019-01-07T20:30:06+01:00

The correct answer is - D. Standards of living will fall because the country cannot raise per capita GDP faster than the population growth.

The less developed countries have huge economic problems, and their GDP per capita is on a very low level, so even now people living in this countries are struggling with survival.

As the current trend with the birthrates goes, these countries build up on population very quickly, and with their economies being in terrible conditions, with very small or no rise, that will create even more problems. The more people there is, the bigger and stronger economy is needed, more food should be provided, and also new infrastructure to be built, but if the situation continues to develop as it is now, everything will worsen even more.