When Compared to Those in Poor Countries,poor People in the United

question 47

Multiple Choice

When compared to those in poor countries,poor people in the United States receive

• A)About the same amount of goods and services.
• B)Somewhat fewer goods and services.
• C)Far fewer goods and services.
• D)Far more goods and services.

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Definitions:

Standardized Mortality Rate

A mortality rate adjusted for certain factors such as age to allow comparisons between different populations or over time.

Epidemiologists

Scientists who study the distribution, determinants, and deterrence of health and disease conditions in defined populations, aiming to control health problems.

General Population

The total population or society that is not segmented by any particular criteria, such as disease status, employment, or other.

Attack Rate

The percentage of an at-risk population that contracts a disease during a specified time period.