If birth and death rates were equal, a zero population growth rate would result. It is known as

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If birth and death rates were equal, a zero population growth rate would result. It is known as (A) Replacement level (B) Rate of natural increase (C) Stable population (D) Doubling time

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In the long term, zero population growth can be achieved when the birth rate of a population equals the death rate, i.e. fertility is at replacement level and birth and death rates are stable, a condition also called demographic equilibrium.

Q. If birth and death rates were equal, a zero population growth rate would result. It is known as

Replacement level

Rate of natural increase

Stable population

Doubling time

In the long term, zero population growth can be achieved when the birth rate of a population equals the death rate, i.e. fertility is at replacement level and birth and death rates are stable, a condition also called demographic equilibrium.