Which group of countries has higher populations?

To answer Question 9, we need to analyze the provided column graph, "Global Population: 1950-2015". The graph shows the total global population, divided into "Less Developed Countries" (lighter shade) and "More Developed Countries" (darker shade). The y-axis represents population in billions. We need to determine when the population in "More Developed Countries" rose above 1 million. 1. Identify the population of "More Developed Countries" in 1950: In 1950, the total global population (top of the bar) is approximately 2.5 billion. The population of "Less Developed Countries" (bottom, lighter part of the bar) is approximately 1.7 billion. The population of "More Developed Countries" is the difference between the total population and the population of "Less Developed Countries". Population of More Developed Countries in 1950 ≈ 2.5 billion - 1.7 billion = 0.8 billion. 2. Convert to millions: 0.8 billion = 0.8 × 1,000,000,000 = 800,000,000 people. 3. Compare with 1 million: 800,000,000 is significantly greater than 1,000,000. Since the population in "More Developed Countries" was already approximately 800 million (or 0.8 billion) in 1950, it must have risen above 1 million at some point before 1950. Therefore, the correct option is A. The final answer is A. before 1950 Last free one today — make it count tomorrow, or type /upgrade for unlimited.