Discrete-Time Markov Chain Application to Population Growth Control in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria

Discrete-Time Markov Chain Application to Population Growth Control in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria

The study considered the birth gap with four states, length of breastfeeding with four states and type of contraceptives used with five states, by mothers with at least three conceptions in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria. Data was obtained from the population using a self-designed and administered quest...

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Main Authors: E. B. Nkemnole, E. M. Ikegwu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Joint Coordination Centre of the World Bank assisted National Agricultural Research Programme (NARP) 2022-04-01
Series:Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
Subjects:
Birth gap;
Length of breastfeeding;
Markov chain;
Population control;
Transition probability
Online Access:https://www.ajol.info/index.php/jasem/article/view/226886

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