Which of the following is a major critique of the theory of the first demographic transition?
A)It describes a pattern observed in Western countries but not the developing world.
B)It overemphasizes economic factors that shape fertility decisions.
C)It does not account for the reduction in fertility that typically accompanies industrialization.
D)It does not account for periods of slow or no growth.

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The theory of the first demographic transition describes a pattern observed in Western countries but not necessarily the developing world, which limits its generalizability to other regions.

Which of the Following Is a Major Critique of the Theory