Why do birth rates tend to be lower in developed countries than in developing countries?
A) because people are older in developed countries
B) because education is more expensive in developed countries
C) because women with the opportunity to receive a good education and desirable employment tend to want fewer children
D) because government policies in developing countries reward families with children

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Women in developed countries have higher educational and employment opportunities, which often lead to their desire to have fewer children. Additionally, access to contraception and family planning resources is more widely available in developed countries, further contributing to lower birth rates. Age (A) and education expenses (B) are not significant factors related to birth rates. While some developing countries may have government policies incentivizing families to have children (D), this is not a universal trend and does not explain the overall lower birth rates in developed countries.

Why Do Birth Rates Tend to Be Lower in Developed