Certain predictions about population growth trends,put forth by Thomas Malthus and the Club of Rome,proved incorrect in part because they failed to account properly for
A) technological change.
B) the precautionary principle.
C) environmental security.
D) the rise in death rates.

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Technological change, such as advancements in agriculture and medicine, has allowed for increased food production and reduced mortality rates, which were not properly accounted for in Malthus and the Club of Rome's predictions.

Certain Predictions About Population Growth Trends,put Forth by Thomas Malthus