A Modern, Thriving Society
The population of the UK is approximately 67 million. Roughly what proportion lives in England?
AAround five-sixths of the total UK population
BAlmost all of it — about 84% ✓
CAbout two-thirds of the total UK population
DRoughly half of the total UK population
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is Almost all of it — about 84%.
About 84% of the UK's population of approximately 67 million lives in England, making England by far the most densely populated part of the UK.
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