Which of the following appears to have caused the decline in the birthrate in the late 1800s and early 1900s?
A) The increasing shift from a rural to an urban society
B) The decrease in the number of married couples
C) The increase in infant mortality rates
D) The climbing divorce rate

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The shift from a rural to an urban society led to a decline in birthrates during the late 1800s and early 1900s. In urban settings, children were less economically valuable to families than in rural areas, where children contributed to the family's income through farming and other chores. Additionally, the cost of raising children in cities was higher, and living spaces were often smaller, making large families less feasible.

Which of the Following Appears to Have Caused the Decline