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Most of the population increase in cities is due to the____________ within the urban areas.

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Increased development

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Natural population growth

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Residential areas

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Clean surroundings

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The correct option is B Natural population growth
Most of the population increase in cities is due to the natural population growth within the urban areas. Migration, especially rural to urban migration, has contributed to about one-fifth of the population growth in urban areas.

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