Which of these statements about the relationship between population growth and economic development is the most accurate?
A) It is clear that large populations have a negative impact on development.
B) The relationship between population growth and development is consistent across all countries.
C) The cases of China and India indicate that high birthrates do not necessarily prevent development.
D) Population size affects development, but development has no impact on population size.

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The cases of China and India are examples that contradict the assumption that high birthrates necessarily prevent development. However, this does not necessarily mean that large populations do not have an impact on development. The statement that population size affects development is generally supported by evidence, but the reverse (that development has no impact on population size) is not necessarily true. Option A is too generalized, and option B is incorrect as the relationship between population growth and development varies across countries.

Which of These Statements About the Relationship Between Population Growth