Question

Study the map of projected population growth in Africa. Map of projected population growth in Africa from 2010 to 2050. A key marks Projected average population growth. Five countries are 0 to 20 percent. 11 countries are 61 to 80 percent. 8 countries are over 160 percent. Which statement best describes the information presented on the map? The areas projected to have the least amount of growth are in Central Africa. The areas projected to have the greatest amount of growth are in Northern Africa. Most African countries are projected to have at least 60 percent growth. Most southern African countries are projected to have at least 100 percent growth

Answer 1

Answer:

Most African countries are projected to have at least 60 percent growth.

Explanation:

Remember, we are told to select to statement that best describes the information presented on the map. Also, the term at least also means the minimum of...

A total of 19 countries (11+8); most countries are projected to have at least 60 percent projected growth. How is this evident? Because we are told that 11 countries on the map have an average population growth of 61 to 80 percent, and another 8 countries are over 160 percent. Meaning most African countries are projected to have at least (minimum of) 60 percent growth.