The term 'population explosion' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The term 'population explosion' refers to:

A. Urbanization

B. Population decline

C. Rapid increase in population

D. Migration

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Population explosion refers to a very rapid increase in population due to high birth rates and declining death rates.

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B. Workers divided by factories

C. Population divided by total land area

D. Farmers divided by farmland

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Arithmetic density is the simplest measure of population density and uses total land area.

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B. Opinion poll

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Correct Answer: Option D

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