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Relative ease of calculation of the eight regional mortality forecast methods
| Method | Ease of calculation |
|---|---|
| National Death Rates | Easy (no regional calculations needed) |
| SMR Scaling | Easy |
| Broad Age SMR Scaling | Easy |
| Mortality Surface | Complex |
| Brass Relational | Complex |
| Rate Ratio Scaling | Easy |
| Broad Age Rate Ratio Scaling | Easy |
| TOPALS | Moderate |
Source: author’s assessment
