According to the text, when Malthus was making his projections on population, he failed to foresee:
A) technological advances in agriculture that have resulted in larger yields.
B) the advances in medicine that prevented diseases from periodically wiping out entire nations.
C) that widespread use of contraceptives in many countries would keep the birthrate low.
D) all of the above

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Malthus did not anticipate technological advances in agriculture, medical advancements, or the widespread use of contraceptives, all of which have contributed to controlling population growth and increasing food supply.

According to the Text, When Malthus Was Making His Projections