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What is one of the reasons for the 'missing' women in Asia?
What is one of the reasons for the 'missing' women in Asia?
- Lack of educational opportunities for girls
- Inadequate access to clean water for girls
- Inferior medical care for girls (correct)
- Limited access to nutritious food for girls
Which region has a gender ratio closer to normal levels compared to Asia?
Which region has a gender ratio closer to normal levels compared to Asia?
- North America
- Europe (correct)
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Latin America
What are some factors contributing to the 'missing' women in Asia?
What are some factors contributing to the 'missing' women in Asia?
- Cultural preference for male children
- Lack of access to technology
- Gender selective abortion (correct)
- Inadequate transportation infrastructure
Who first noted the phenomenon of 'missing women'?
Who first noted the phenomenon of 'missing women'?
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What is theorized to be a cause of the 'missing women' phenomenon?
What is theorized to be a cause of the 'missing women' phenomenon?
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In which regions are the effects of 'missing women' concentrated?
In which regions are the effects of 'missing women' concentrated?
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What are the largest numbers of 'missing women' attributed to?
What are the largest numbers of 'missing women' attributed to?
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Which technology is considered a large impetus for missing female children?
Which technology is considered a large impetus for missing female children?
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