What trend is tracked by the demographic transition theory, which addresses changing fertility and mortality rates over time?
A) an alarming increase in death rates in the developing countries
B) dramatically increasing fertility rates in the underdeveloped world
C) increasing birth and death rates in overurbanized cities worldwide
D) a movement from high to low birth and death rates in wealthier nations

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The demographic transition theory describes how, as countries develop economically, they tend to experience a shift from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates, reflecting changes in living conditions, healthcare, and family planning.

What Trend Is Tracked by the Demographic Transition Theory, Which