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Preliminary Exam CSAT July 15

1. Consider the following graphs. The curves in the graphs indicate different age groups in the populations of two countries A and B over a period of few decades:With reference to the above graphs, which of the following are the most logical and rational inferences that can be made?

Over the last two and a half decades, the dependency ratio for country B has decreased.

By the end of next two and a half decades, the dependency ratio of country A will be much less than that of country B.

In the next two decades, the work-force relative to its total population will increase in country B as compared to country A.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

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