Which of the following is true of the transitional stage of demographic transition?
a. It is characterized by high birthrates and high death rates, resulting in a population that grows slowly, if at all.
b. The falling death rates occur because of improvements in lifestyle resulting from industrial development.
c. The decline in the birthrate was a response to the impact of industrialization on cultural values regarding childbearing.
d. It is characterized by low birthrates and low death rates, resulting in a roughly stable population with little growth.
Answer: b
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