Question

what is happening to european and african populations as a result of high dependency ratios?○ european and african populations are growing younger.○ european and african populations are growing older.○ european populations are growing younger, and african populations are growing older.○ european populations are growing older, and african populations are growing younger.

Explanation:

High dependency ratios in Europe stem from low birth rates and longer life expectancies, leading to a larger elderly dependent population, so the population ages. In Africa, high dependency ratios come from high birth rates, creating a large young dependent population, making the population grow younger.

Answer:

European populations are growing older, and African populations are growing younger.