The number of deaths of infants younger than 1 year per 1000 live births is known as the _____ rate
a. Birth
b. Infant mortality
c. Fetal mortality
d. Neonatal mortality
ANS: B
Vital statistics depict the status of health of the nation's women and children and help the government allocate resources to meet identified needs.
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