Without being able to see the specific graph you're referring to, I can provide some guidance on what to consider when evaluating the statements based on general trends in naturalization data.
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Naturalization has become less popular than it was in the past. - This could be true if the graph shows a decreasing number of naturalizations over the years. If the number has been increasing or fluctuating but is generally high, this statement might not be valid.
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Naturalization has steadily increased voter turnout. - This statement cannot be inferred directly from the number of naturalized citizens alone without information on voter turnout rates correlated with those figures.
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Naturalization laws have become increasingly strict over time. - This statement would need external corroborating information regarding changes to laws and policies rather than just the numbers of naturalized citizens.
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Naturalization leads to a larger pool of voters. - This is generally true, as more naturalized citizens can contribute to the voter base; however, it cannot be explicitly inferred solely from the graph itself without additional context about voting behavior.
Based on typical graphs showing naturalization trends, the most accurate inference might likely be "Naturalization leads to a larger pool of voters," given that an increase in naturalized citizens usually correlates with a greater potential number of voters.
For more precise conclusions, please refer to the specifics of the graph and its trends.