Fertility: Determinants, Differentials and Measurement

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Introduction Fertility is one of the most fundamental concepts in demography and sociology, representing the actual reproductive performance of a population. It refers to the number of live births occurring in a population within a specific period, usually a year. Fertility plays a critical role in determining population growth, age structure, and the social and … Read more