Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) is expressed per 100,000 live births to:
A. Align with census data
B. Match infant mortality rate units
C. Avoid very small numbers for a relatively rare event
D. Simplify calculation
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Maternal deaths are uncommon; using 100,000 as the base yields manageable numbers (e.g., 100-500) instead of tiny decimals, facilitating interpretation and cross-country comparison.
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