Which of the following statements best describes how the population of

Which of the following statements best describes how the population of the United States is changing?

a. Growth will occur because of a decrease in the death rate.
b. Growth will occur because of ongoing immigration.
c. Growth will occur because of an increase in the birth rate.
d. Growth will occur because of lengthening of the normal life span.

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ANS: B
The number of immigrants and refugees in the United States is projected to continue to increase. The U.S. has grown largely through immigration. The growth will not occur because of changes in death rate, birth rate, or life span.