Life tables are primarily used to compute: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Life tables are primarily used to compute:
A. Migration rates
B. Population density
C. Life expectancy
D. Fertility rates
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Life tables synthesize mortality rates to derive life expectancy and survival probabilities.

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