The demographic transition view of population growth argues that, on average (and as perceived by parents), the opportunity
A)benefits of extra children are larger in IACs than in DVCs.
B)costs of extra children are lower in IACs than in DVCs.
C)costs of extra children are larger in IACs than in DVCs.
D)benefits of extra children are the same in DVCs and IACs.

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The demographic transition model suggests that as countries develop (moving from developing to industrialized), the perceived costs of having additional children increase due to factors such as higher living costs, education expenses, and the shift from agricultural to industrial or service economies where children's labor is less valuable.

The Demographic Transition View of Population Growth Argues That, on Average