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Section 2

Population Growth

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Implications of Different Rates of Growth

Different rates of growth can lead to overpopulation or underpopulation, both of which have potential consequences.

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Three Demographic Variables

The basics of demographic population growth depend on the rate of natural increase (births versus deaths) and net migration.

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Problems in Forecasting Population Growth

Population growth is difficult to predict because unforeseen events can alter birth rates, death rates, migration, or resource limitations.

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Malthus' Theory of Population Growth

Malthus believed that if a population is allowed to grow unchecked, people will begin to starve and will go to war over increasingly scarce resources.

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Demographic Transition Theory

Demographic transition theory outlines five stages of change in birth and death rates to predict the growth of populations.

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