Demographic statistics indicate that the world's poorest countries have the
A) highest death rates and the lowest birthrates.
B) highest death rates and the highest birthrates.
C) lowest death rates and the highest birthrates.
D) lowest death rates and the lowest birthrates.

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The poorest countries tend to have higher death rates due to factors such as poor access to healthcare, malnutrition, and unsafe living conditions. However, they also tend to have higher birth rates as families may have more children as a means of economic security and support in old age. Therefore, option B, highest death rates and highest birth rates, is the best choice.

Demographic Statistics Indicate That the World's Poorest Countries Have the