What does population momentum refer to? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What does population momentum refer to?

A. Continued growth despite declining fertility

B. Population density

C. Immediate population decline

D. Migration only

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Population momentum occurs when a large youthful population continues to produce growth even after fertility declines.

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