A. long lifespan
B. low birth rate
C. low death rate
D. short lifespan

Correct Answer:

Option C – low death rate

Explanation

Mortality rate is another way to say death rate. It is a measure of the number of deaths due to a particular cause in a population. Mortality rate (or death rate) is usually expressed in units of deaths per 1,000 per year

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