What Is the Term for a Decrease in the Number

question 57

Multiple Choice

What is the term for a decrease in the number of WBCs?

• A) anemia
• B) polycythemia
• C) leukopenia
• D) leukocytosis

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Definitions:

Economic Growth

A growth in the economy's output of goods and services over time, typically evaluated through the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Underemployment

Refers to the employment of workers in jobs that are below their skills level or part-time workers who would prefer to be full-time.

Unemployment

The situation when individuals who are capable of working and are seeking work are unable to find employment.

Demographic Transition

Refers to the transition from high birth and death rates to lower birth and death rates as a country or region develops from a pre-industrial to an industrialized economic system.