In which stage of the Demographic Transition are birthrate and death rate both high?
A) stage 1
B) stage 2
C) stage 3
D) stage 4
E) stages 1 and 4

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In stage 1 of the Demographic Transition, both birthrate and death rate are high. This is because although death rates are high due to disease, famine, and lack of medical care, birth rates remain high to compensate for high infant mortality rates and to ensure future generations help support the family.

In Which Stage of the Demographic Transition Are Birthrate and Death