Which of the Following Will Cause the Largest Reduction in the Birthrate

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will cause the largest reduction in the birthrate?

• A)the population becomes less religious
• B)public healthcare improves
• C)education becomes more available
• D)an increase in the opportunity cost of a woman's time

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