The total fertility rate is 3.0. If the proportion of female births is 0.49 and the survival rate of women to reproductive age is 0.9, the NRR is approximately: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The total fertility rate is 3.0. If the proportion of female births is 0.49 and the survival rate of women to reproductive age is 0.9, the NRR is approximately:
A. 0.9
B. 1.47
C. 1.323
D. 2.7
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
GRR = 3.0 × 0.49 = 1.47. NRR = 1.47 × 0.9 = 1.323.

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