Decadal growth shows growth over how many years?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Ten years
The term ‘decadal’ refers to a period of ten years. Therefore, decadal growth means the increase in population during ten years. Annual growth refers to one year, so option D is not correct. Exam tip: link decadal with decade; one decade = 10 years.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Ten years
Why is this the correct answer?
The term ‘decadal’ refers to a period of ten years. Therefore, decadal growth means the increase in population during ten years. Annual growth refers to one year, so option D is not correct. Exam tip: link decadal with decade; one decade = 10 years.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Population. Topic: Population Growth.