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Ben Cooke March 17, 2015 SOCY 410 Dr. Deanna Gore Demographic Profile for France, 1985 and 2012 Fertility Section Introduction France’s low fertility is in line with its status as a developed country. Its citizens are well aware of the value of family planning and contraceptives. France’s fertility rates have remained relatively stable between 1985 and 2012 and have also stayed close to replacement levels. The most noticeable changes have been the extending of the peak fertility years from the 25-29 age range to the 25-35 age range. The main factors that affect fertility in France are the high availability of contraceptives and the social norms governing family planning. Fertility Structure In 1985 there are relatively few births to women below the age of 15, with only 66 live births recorded. The age specific fertility rate for women below the age of 15 is .03 live births per 1000 women. 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