About 50% of the world population is concentrated between the latitudes of

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About 50% of the world population is concentrated between the latitudes of

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About 50% of the world population is concentrated between the latitudes of 20°N and 40°N.

The given range includes latitudes from 20 degrees north to 40 degrees north of the equator. Many populous countries and regions fall within this latitude range, including parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. Major cities such as New York, Tokyo, Beijing, and Istanbul are located within this latitude band, contributing to the concentration of the world`s population in this region.

While population distribution can vary within regions and countries, the range of 20°N to 40°N is generally recognized as encompassing a significant portion of the world`s population.