Tobacco Use, High Blood Pressure, and Unhealthy Cholesterol Levels Are

question 63

Multiple Choice

Tobacco use, high blood pressure, and unhealthy cholesterol levels are all

• A) minor risk factors for CVD that can be changed.
• B) major risk factors for CVD that can be changed.
• C) minor risk factors for CVD that cannot be changed.
• D) major risk factors for CVD that cannot be changed.

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Definitions:

Monetarists

Economists who suggest that fluctuations in the money supply are key in affecting national output in the short term and in determining the price level over an extended term.

Crowding-Out Effect

The phenomenon where increased government spending leads to a reduction in private sector spending and investment due to higher interest rates or other factors.

Government Spending

The total amount of public expenditure by a government, including spending on defense, education, public infrastructure, and welfare programs.

Private Investment

The expenditure on capital goods by private sector firms or individuals in order to generate future income or profits, excluding government spending.