What typically happens to poor people born in less-developed countries that already have large populations?
A. They are forced to live on land with degraded soils and water resources.
B. They are given their choice of the best farmland.
C. They are provided with generous grants from the government.
D. They are given equal access to the country's natural resources.
Answer: A
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