Which Statement is True with Regard to Human Population Growth

Question

Which statement is true with regard to human population growth?
A) It is at a zero reproduction rate.
B) Its rate of increase continues to grow at an exponential rate.
C) Its rate of growth is slowing.
D) Its rate of growth is increasing.
E) There is no scientific prediction that can be made about human population growth.

Accepted Answer

While human population growth is still increasing, the rate of growth is slowing. This can be seen in data showing a decrease in global fertility rates, as well as projections for population growth that show a plateauing and eventual decline in some regions of the world.