During Stage 1 (preindustrial, agrarian societies) of the demographic transition, birth rates are __________ and death rates are __________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In Stage 1 of the demographic transition, both birth rates and death rates are high due to limited medical knowledge, poor hygiene, and a lack of reliable food sources, which leads to high mortality rates and the need for larger families to help with labor.

During Stage 1 (Preindustrial, Agrarian Societies) of the Demographic Transition