The abortion rate is defined as the number of abortions per:

• A 1000 estimated pregnancies
• B 1000 total population
• C 1000 live births
• D 1000 women aged 15-49 years ✓

Explanation

The abortion rate is the number of abortions per 1000 women of reproductive age (15-49 years). Option C describes the abortion ratio, not the rate. Option B is too broad and not used. Option A is not a standard denominator. The rate and ratio are distinct measures with different denominators.

Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 26th ed.

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