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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
In this research article, the ANN approach was
applied to analyze TFR in Belize. The employed annual data covers the period
1960-2018 and the out-of-sample period ranges over the period 2019-2030. The
residuals and forecast evaluation criteria (Error, MSE and MAE) of the applied
model indicate that the model is stable in forecasting TFR in Belize. The
results of the study indicate that annual total fertility rates in Belize are
likely to be around 2 births per woman over the out-of-sample period.
Therefore, the government is encouraged to continue with its current population
control policy.
Country : Zimbabwe
IRJIET, Volume 5, Issue 8, August 2021 pp. 199-202