The total fertility rate (TFR) is the sum of age-specific fertility rates multiplied by the width of age interval. If 5-year groups, it is multiplied by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The total fertility rate (TFR) is the sum of age-specific fertility rates multiplied by the width of age interval. If 5-year groups, it is multiplied by:
A. 1
B. 10
C. 1000
D. 5
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
TFR = 5 × Σ ASFR (per woman) if ASFR are computed per 1000 women per 5-year interval and divided by 1000 appropriately. Actually, if ASFRs are in per 1000, TFR = 5 × Σ ASFR_i / 1000.
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