Question

(cs 14) how does population growth impact sustainable development in south america?

population growth creates more young people for jobs

population growth creates a system whereby the government is not needed to care for older people

population growth diminishes resources and increases poverty

Explanation:

• For the first option: While a growing population has a larger youth demographic, having more young people does not guarantee jobs (especially in the context of sustainable development challenges like resource strain in South America), so this is not a correct depiction of the impact on sustainable development.
• For the second option: Population growth does not eliminate the government's role in caring for older people; in fact, demographic shifts can create new challenges for social welfare systems, so this is incorrect.
• For the third option: Sustainable development is concerned with balancing resource use, economic growth, and social well - being. As population grows, the demand for resources (like food, water, energy) increases. If resources are over - utilized or become scarce, it can lead to increased poverty as people struggle to access basic necessities, which aligns with the challenges to sustainable development in a region like South America.

Answer:

C. Population growth diminishes resources and increases poverty