If We Modify the Infant Mortality Rate to Account for the Average

question 12

Multiple Choice

If we modify the infant mortality rate to account for the average age of mothers across different countries, what kind of rate would be creating?

• A) Prevalence rate
• B) Incidence rate
• C) Crude rate
• D) Adjusted rate

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Definitions:

Deviant Behavior

Actions that diverge from the social norms and expectations of a particular society or community, which can be criminal or non-criminal.

Choice

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Positivist Approach

a method in sociology that emphasizes the use of empirical evidence and scientific methods to understand and explain social phenomena.

Deviant Behavior

Actions that violate societal norms or expectations, which can vary widely among different cultures and communities.