Which of the following statements about age pyramids is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about age pyramids is incorrect?

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A broad-based pyramid indicates a growing population. A bell-shaped pyramid represents a stable population. An inverted pyramid represents a rapidly growing population. Correct Age pyramids provide insights into future population trends.

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An inverted age pyramid represents a declining population, not a rapidly growing one.

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