Between 1800 and 1940, the U.S. birthrate fell steadily. Factors contributing to this downward trend include

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Between 1800 and 1940, the U.S. birthrate fell steadily.  Factors contributing to this downward trend include

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All of the factors listed contributed to the decline in the U.S. birthrate between 1800 and 1940. Urbanization led to different living conditions and family needs, rising female employment meant women had more roles outside of the home, compulsory schooling increased the value of children's education over labor, and declining infant mortality meant that fewer births were needed to ensure the survival of children to adulthood.