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Question
What was directly responsible for the rapid rise of world population in the twentieth century?
Options
Better education and jobs
Religious and social customs
Better healthcare
Increased food production
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Solution
Better healthcare
Explanation:
Improved healthcare facilities reduce mortality rates and boost population growth.
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