Which of the following is a measure of mortality? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a measure of mortality?
A. Total Fertility Rate
B. Maternal Mortality Ratio
C. Crude Birth Rate
D. General Fertility Rate
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Maternal Mortality Ratio quantifies deaths related to pregnancy and childbirth, a mortality indicator.

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