GCEGeographyPopulation2019

Which of the following best defines population density?

AThe total number of people living in a country
BThe average number of people per unit area of landCORRECT
CThe rate at which a population is increasing
DThe difference between birth rate and death rate
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Population density refers to the average number of people living per unit area of land, usually expressed as persons per square kilometre. It is calculated by dividing the total population by the total land area. Options A, C, and D describe total population, population growth rate, and natural increase respectively.
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