Why Is the Ratio of Females to Males Lower Than

question 114

Multiple Choice

Why is the ratio of females to males lower than 1:1 in some places?

• A) because of an overall preference for female babies
• B) because of an overall preference for male babies
• C) because of lower than average fertility rates
• D) because of higher than average fertility rates

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