Bangladesh has seen its total fertility rate drop to 2.1, but its population is projected to be higher in 2050 than it is today. Which of the following explains why Bangladesh will continue to experience positive rates of natural increase?

A. Bangladesh will continue to grow because it will receive a high number of immigrants.

B. Bangladesh was experiencing low birth rates, but it is predicted to have a baby boom.

C. Bangladesh’s population will continue to grow as a result of a large youthful population.

D. Bangladesh will promote pronatalist policies to avoid a diminished workforce.

E. Bangladesh will continue to grow because a fertility rate of 2.1 is still above replacement level.