What would be a reasonable conclusion about a country with a fertility rate of about 1.6?

A) The population is likely to shrink.
B) The population will grow at a yearly rate of 1.6 percent.
C) It must be a relatively young population.
D) Zero population growth will occur.


Answer: A

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