Population growth is determined by _______?

A. Dependency ratio
B. Labour force
C. Per capita
D. Net migration

Correct Answer:

Option D – Net migration

Explanation

Fertility, mortality and migration are principal determinants of population growth. Population change depends on the natural increase changes seen in birth rates and the change seen in migration. Changes in population size can be predicted based on changes in fertility (births), mortality (deaths) and migration rates.