Which of the following statements about recent and future population growth is best supported by the data contained in the chart above?

(A) Population growth has declined in recent years and shows little sign of rebounding. (B) Population growth continues at roughly the same pace as over the past half-century and shows no signs of slowing. (C) Population growth has evened out in recent years and seems likely to continue on that track. (D) Population growth continues, but at a noticeably slower pace than over the past few decades.Explanation: (B) This question requires knowledge of current trends, as well as of information related to, but not directly mentioned by, the stimulus material. Population growth continues at a steady pace, and the potential for overpopulation is a key concern of the present day.