Question

One of the primary reasons that governments seek to encourage population growth in their country is to __________.

A.

increase the social status of women


B.

improve the standard of living for the population


C.

reduce pressure on natural resources, such as land


D.

address the challenges created by an aging population

Answer 1

Yes the Correct answer is D your explanation is correct too.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Population growth is encouraged in developed countries, while developing countries are actually encouraging limiting population growth.

Developed countries face the problem of aging populations - more people on pensions, less people working and encouraging having more children is supposed to counter this. - the best answer is D.