Standardized death rate is needed when comparing populations because: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Standardized death rate is needed when comparing populations because:

A. Death rates are not registered

B. Populations are too large

C. Crude death rates depend on age structure

D. Mortality is zero

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Age composition affects crude rates; standardization removes this effect.

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