The population growth rate (r) in demography is the difference between: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The population growth rate (r) in demography is the difference between:
A. IMR and MMR
B. CBR and CDR plus net migration rate
C. CBR and CDR only
D. TFR and NRR
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Growth rate includes natural increase (CBR-CDR) and net migration.

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