A Disease That Is Widespread in a Population Is

question 58

Multiple Choice

A disease that is widespread in a population is:

• A)indigenous.
• B)entoptic.
• C)endemic.
• D)endogamic.
• E)polygamic.

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Definitions:

Actuarial Error

Mistakes in the calculations or assumptions made by actuaries, which can affect insurance premiums, pension plans, and other financial assessments.

Consumption Smoothing

An economic concept that describes how individuals attempt to achieve a stable level of consumption over their lifetime, regardless of fluctuations in income.

Defined Benefit Pension

A type of pension plan where an employer promises a specified monthly benefit upon retirement, which is predetermined by a formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age.

Defined Contribution Plan

A retirement plan where contributions are defined, but the eventual payout depends on the investment's success.