Explain the link between stages of the Demographic Transition Model and level of development.

The Demographic Transition Model (DTM) illustrates the transition of a country from high birth and death rates to lower rates as it develops economically. In the early stages, typically associated with low levels of development, both birth and death rates are high, leading to a stable population. As development progresses, improved healthcare and living conditions reduce death rates, while birth rates remain high, resulting in population growth. Eventually, as societies become more developed, birth rates decline, stabilizing the population. Understanding this link helps explain how economic development influences demographic changes and quality of life.