The crude birth rate and crude death rate of a country are 18 and 6 per 1000. The rate of natural increase is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The crude birth rate and crude death rate of a country are 18 and 6 per 1000. The rate of natural increase is:
A. 12 per 1000
B. 1.2%
C. 0.6%
D. 3%
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
RNI = 18-6 = 12 per 1000.

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