In the context of population studies, 'Fecundity' means: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of population studies, 'Fecundity' means:
A. Actual number of live births
B. Physiological maximum capacity to reproduce
C. Death rate of women in childbirth
D. Number of stillbirths
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Fecundity is the biological capability to bear children, whereas fertility is the actual realization of births.

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Perinatal mortality rate per 1000 total births is 35. If there were 700 late fetal deaths and early neonatal deaths combined, the number of total births (live births + stillbirths) is:
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