Evidence from developing countries suggests that fertility rates decline when _____
A) households are headed by women.
B) the proportion of children in the population exceeds that of the young adults.
C) households are headed by men.
D) literacy among women declines.
E) women have employment opportunities outside their home.

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Evidence from developing countries shows that women's participation in the labor force is highly associated with a decline in fertility rates. When women have opportunities outside of their home, they tend to have fewer children, as they cannot manage both their job and child-rearing responsibilities. This phenomenon is observed across various income levels and cultural backgrounds, indicating that employment outside the home is a consistent factor in fertility rate decline.

Evidence from Developing Countries Suggests That Fertility Rates Decline When