Many developing countries today are characterized by a "youth bulge," which means more
A)children ages 0-5 relative to children between 6 and 17.
B)6- to 12-year olds relative to younger and older children.
C)children ages 0-17 relative to the adult population.
D)15- to 29-year-olds relative to the remaining adult population.

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A "youth bulge" refers to a high proportion of 15- to 29-year-olds in the population, indicating a large number of young adults relative to the older adult population.

Many Developing Countries Today Are Characterized by a "Youth Bulge