Which of the following is not an effect of the discovery of mineral resources in an area?

A. increase in wealth
B. overcrowding
C. increase in crime rate
D. under-population

Correct Answer: Option D

D. under-population

Explanation

Under population exists when a population is too small, therefore unable to fully utilize the available resource endowments. This is not an effect of the discovery of mineral resources in an area, in most cases, more people move to areas with rich natural resources.