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FRQ - Total Fertility Rate

As a country's economy changes over time, its total fertility rate (TFR) can also change. Governments can attempt to affect the total fertility rate through laws or policies.

Question 1

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Define the concept of total fertility rate.

Question 2

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Describe ONE difference between the total fertility rate and the rate of natural increase.

Question 3

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Explain ONE way the total fertility rate changes as a country shifts from an agricultural economy to a manufacturing-based economy.

Question 4

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Explain how access to education for women in less developed countries is likely to affect the total fertility rate.

Question 5

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Explain the degree to which access to specialized women's health (i.e., gynecologic or obstetric care) in more developed countries is likely to affect a country's total fertility rate.

Question 6

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Explain ONE economic reason why governments enact pronatalist policies.

Question 7

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Explain ONE way in which a government may influence an individual's family planning decisions by implementing a pronatalist policy.

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