In demography, 'population momentum' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In demography, 'population momentum' refers to:
A. Rapid urbanization
B. Mass migration events
C. Sudden increase in life expectancy
D. Continued population growth after fertility reaches replacement level due to young age structure
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Population momentum occurs when a young age structure (many future parents) causes growth to continue for decades even after fertility falls to replacement level, as births exceed deaths temporarily.

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