which of the following is an implication of a large population

ECONOMICS
WAEC 2017

which of the following is an implication of a large population

  • A. decrease in crime rate
  • B. increase in food supply
  • C. decrease in standard of living
  • D. decrease in cost of living

Correct Answer: C. decrease in standard of living

Explanation

A high population means More problems with the distribution of wealth and resources. Problems with food security as pressure on the land due to larger populationincreases. Increased pressure on the forest covered area which leads to deforestation. This wll affect the living standard of people with many scampering for the limited available resources



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