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The age structure of a population influences population growth because-
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Age structure affects population growth because individuals in different age groups (pre-reproductive, reproductive, post-reproductive) contribute differently to reproduction. A population with more individuals in reproductive age grows faster, while one with more young or old individuals grows more slowly.
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