Which of the following statements regarding the future of populations in developing countries are correct?
I. The fecundity is predicted to increase.
II. Survivorship will increase.
III. Overall population size will increase dramatically.
IV. The number of offspring each year is predicted to remain high.
A) only I and III
B) only II and IV
C) only I, II, and IV
D) only II, III, and IV
E) only I, II, and III

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II. Survivorship is expected to increase due to improvements in healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions. III. Overall population size is projected to increase dramatically due to high birth rates and decreasing death rates. IV. The number of offspring each year is predicted to remain high in many developing countries due to cultural, economic, and social factors.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Future of Populations