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The long-term prospects for a truly human civilization depend in a large measure on

1. the ability of humanity to moderate its fecundity
2. increasing the food production
3. colonization of underpopulated areas
4. control of human diseases

Correct answer: the ability of humanity to moderate its fecundity

Solution

The passage points to population growth as the central long-term challenge. A truly sustainable human civilization depends largely on limiting birth rates so population does not outstrip resources and social capacity.

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