The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) is expressed per:
- A 100,000 live births ✓
- B 1,000 live births
- C 100,000 total births
- D 1,000 women of reproductive age
Correct answer: A. 100,000 live births
Explanation
Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) is defined as the number of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births. It reflects the risk of dying given that a woman is pregnant, making live births (not total births or women of reproductive age) the correct denominator. India's MMR per SRS 2018-20 is 97 per 100,000 live births, down from 254 in 2004-06.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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