15. Which theory of high fertility in poor countries lacks good evidence? a) The

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15. Which theory of high fertility in poor countries lacks good evidence?

a) The theory that women have many children because the opportunity cost of their time is low.

b) The theory that children are desirable in poor countries because they provide a risky retirement plan.

c) The theory that culture and the media affect women's fertility.

d) The theory that women in poor countries are trading off low quality of children for high quantity of children

16. Which of the following health interventions do rich countries get right but poor countries get wrong?

a) They prescribe multiple medications per doctor's visit.

b) They consume the right number of calories.

c) They keep doctor's visits short and efficient.

d) They provide systems to make many health decisions automatic

Question 2: According to current trends, China will overtake the U.S. in PPP GDP p.c. in the 2040s. Do you view this statement as a useful guide to the future? Why or why not?

Explanation / Answer

15. The correct answer is: d)

Reason: all the other theories are acceptable to certain extent. But only the last one is very abstract and lacks evidence.

P.S.: as per Chegg's policy, if nothing is mentioned then only the first question is to be answered.

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