Which Statement Best Describes the Relationship Between the Environment and Health

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the relationship between the environment and health?

• A)Because of the large number of variables involved,the relationship between environment and health cannot be researched
• B)Because the environment has such long-term effects on health,research findings are not yet available
• C)Research shows that a healthy environment has limited impact on one's health
• D)Research shows that a healthy environment increases quality of life and years of healthy living.

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Definitions:

Discrepancy

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts, figures, or perspectives.

Higher Goals

These are ambitious objectives that go beyond immediate or basic needs, focusing on larger, aspirational targets.

Delayed Reinforcement

A scenario in which a reward does not immediately follow the desired action, which can affect the strength and persistence of learning.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning method where a response is only occasionally rewarded, leading to more resilience in the learned behavior.