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What can cause high absolute growth but low growth rate in an area?

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Correct answer: A very large initial population

The direct answer is A: a very large initial population can produce high absolute growth even when the percentage growth rate is low. Absolute growth means the actual number added, calculated as final population minus initial population. Growth rate compares that increase with the initial population and expresses it as a percentage. For example, 1% growth on 1,000,000 people adds 10,000 people, which is a large number even though the rate is small. Option A is correct because a large base magnifies the numerical increase. Option B is wrong because the same low percentage on a small base usually adds fewer people. Option C is wrong because zero growth means no numerical increase. Option D is wrong because a decline means the population decreases. Memory cue: percentage uses the base; a large base can create a large absolute change.

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Absolute GrowthGrowth RateInitial PopulationPopulation GrowthPopulationGeographyClass 9 Mcq

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