The Crude Birth Rate (CBR) is a commonly used demographic indicator. Which of the following correctly defines CBR?

• A Number of live births per 1,000 mid-year population per year ✓
• B Number of live births per 1,000 women of reproductive age (15-49 years) per year
• C Number of live births per 1,000 married women aged 15-49 years per year
• D Number of live births per 1,000 eligible couples per year

Explanation

Crude Birth Rate is defined as the number of live births per 1,000 estimated mid-year population in a given year. It is a crude measure because it does not account for the age and sex structure of the population. Option B describes the General Fertility Rate, not CBR. The denominator is the total population, not just women of reproductive age.

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

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