alleryWhich suggests underpopulation relative to resources?
AResources idle; too few workers
BBirths and deaths are equal
CFood demand exceeds supply
DCrowded homes; scarce water
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Resources idle; too few workers
An insufficient workforce to use available resources is evidence of underpopulation relative to those resources.
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