In which phase(s)of the demographic transition model are birth rate and death rate about equal?
A) Preindustrial
B) Transitional
C) Industrial
D) Preindustrial and Post-Industrial
E) Preindustrial and Industrial

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In the demographic transition model, both the preindustrial and post-industrial phases (Phase 1 and Phase 4) are characterized by birth rates and death rates that are about equal, leading to a relatively stable population size. In the preindustrial phase, both rates are high, while in the post-industrial phase, both rates are low.

In Which Phase(s)of the Demographic Transition Model Are Birth Rate