Concept:Moses was born during the period of Hebrew slavery in Egypt, when the people were growing rapidly in number.
Explanation:The Book of Exodus states that the Hebrews were already living in Egypt under harsh oppression.
Pharaoh was afraid because the Israelites were multiplying in great numbers.
He feared that they could become powerful and join Egypt's enemies in war.
Because of this fear, he ordered that all newborn Hebrew male children be thrown into the Nile.
This was the situation when Moses was born.
Therefore, Moses' birth happened at a time when the Hebrews were increasing in population, not merely suffering, backsliding, or rejoicing.
Answer:B. increasing