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Which of the following is not an effect of the discovery of mineral resources in an area?

Which of the following is not an effect of the discovery of mineral resources in an area?
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  • A Increase in wealth
  • B Overcrowding
  • C Increase in crime rate
  • D Under population
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Under population exists when a population is too small, therefore unable to fully utilise the available resource endowments. This is not an effect of the discovery mineral resources in an area, in most cases, more people move to areas with rich natural resources.

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