The measure that consists of the number of live births per 1,000 population in a given year is known as the
A)fertility rate.
B)total fertility rate.
C)growth rate.
D)birthrate.

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The measure that consists of the number of live births per 1,000 population in a given year is known as the birthrate. Option A (fertility rate) and option B (total fertility rate) refer to different measures that relate to the average number of children born to women during their reproductive years. Option C (growth rate) refers to the rate at which a population increases or decreases, taking into account birth rates, death rates, and migration.

The Measure That Consists of the Number of Live Births