The graph below compares changes in the birth rates of China and the USA between 1920 and 2000

The variation in birth rates in China and the US from 1920 to 2000 is illustrated in the line graph.

In general, even though experiencing a dramatic surge in the middle of the period, the birth rate in both countries underwent a downward trend. However, more children were born in the US than in China at the end of the year.

From 1920 to 1945, the birth rate in China increased by 5% before plummeting steeply by more than 10%. More children were born in the US initially before facing a considerable surge of more than 5%, surpassing the downfall of China’s birth rate.

In the next 30 years, the birth ratio in China witnessed a gradual decrease by nearly quadruple after reaching its peak at 20%. Meanwhile, although experiencing a constant dip after bouncing back to 15%, the birth ratio in the US remained higher than in China throughout the period.