In a population with a TFR of 2,the
A) CBR = CDR.
B) doubling time = 0.
C) life expectancy = 0
D) IMR = 0.
E) Demographic transition is in full swing.

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A TFR of 2 means that on average, each woman is having two children. This maintains a stable population. Therefore, the CBR (crude birth rate) would be equal to the CDR (crude death rate) resulting in a stable population without any significant changes.

In a Population with a TFR of 2,the