Why Is Total Fertility Generally Higher in Developing Countries Where

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why is total fertility generally higher in developing countries where there are fewer resources?

• A) People are unable to control their reproduction to match resource availability.
• B) There is higher infant mortality, so people have more children to ensure at least some survive.
• C) Women are smarter in developed countries.
• D) There is high social pressure in developed countries not to have too many children.
• E) Many developing countries are planning to institute one child per couple policies, so people are trying to have children while they can.

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Definitions:

Uterine Lining

The inner layer of the uterus, known as the endometrium, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for potential pregnancy.

Uterus

A female reproductive organ where a fertilized egg implants and grows during pregnancy.

Blastocyst

An early stage of embryonic development consisting of a sphere made up of an outer layer of cells, a fluid-filled cavity, and a cluster of cells inside (the inner cell mass) from which the embryo develops.

Fallopian Tubes

A pair of narrow tubes that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus, playing a crucial role in the process of fertilization.