Which of the following statements regarding population and population growth in less developed countries (LDCs) is true?
A. LDCs now contain a third of the world's population.
B. In several LDCs the population is declining.
C. The population in LDCs is growing today but will begin to decline in 2030 due to the rapidly aging population.
D. The population in LDCs is likely to grow rapidly because so many people are of childbearing age.
Answer: D
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______ have a greater ability to hide their identity from dominant groups.
A. The disabled B. Women C. LGBT people D. African Americans
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