Question

This graph shows statistics related to the world’s population.



Which trend does this graph predict?

The population in less-developed countries will steadily increase.
The population in less-developed countries will steadily decrease.
The population in less-developed countries will remain unchanged.
The population in less-developed countries will be unable to be calculated.

Answer 1

The population in less-developed countries will steadily increase.

Reason: the graph’s line for less-developed countries rises continuously over time, indicating steady population growth.