Question

According to the text, which factors influence fertility rates in developing countries?

(Select the three correct answers.)

(3 points)
Responses

The level of available education for women.
The level of available education for women.

The high rates of environmental pollution.
The high rates of environmental pollution.

The amount of immigration into the country.
The amount of immigration into the country.

The rate of contraception usage in the area.
The rate of contraception usage in the area.

The number of communicable diseases present.
The number of communicable diseases present.

The presence of a subsistence-based economy.

Answer 1

The level of available education for women.
The rate of contraception usage in the area.
The presence of a subsistence-based economy.

(These factors strongly affect fertility—women's education and contraception lower birth rates, while subsistence economies tend to encourage larger families.)