Which of the following represents a coercive or punitive action taken to control fertility that has sparked significant outrage in Western countries?

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Italy's policy of penalizing couples who have two or more offspring.China's imposition of a fine amounting to 20% of a woman's salary if she declines an abortion while pregnant with a second child.France's removal of tax benefits for families with more than two children.Brazil's policy of denying divorce to couples who have children.

Explanation

Option A is correct because Italy has implemented punitive measures targeting couples with two or more children, which has caused public disapproval in Western societies. The other options describe fertility-related policies from other countries but do not reflect Western nations' punitive fertility controls.