Which Statement Is NOT True of Women in Papua New

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true of women in Papua New Guinea and the Pacific islands?

• A) They often have considerable economic power.
• B) They often fulfill traditional roles as wives and mothers in early life, then they gain power and prestige as they move into middle age.
• C) They usually play the role of traders in the marketplace.
• D) Their economic efforts are strongly recognized and aided by banks.

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Definitions:

TSH

A hormone from the pituitary gland that controls hormone output from the thyroid gland, known as Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.

Osteoclast Activity

The resorption process of bone tissue by osteoclast cells, which is vital for the growth, repair, and remodeling of bones.

Calcitonin Levels

The concentration of calcitonin hormone in the blood, important in regulating blood calcium levels by inhibiting the activity of osteoclasts.

PTH Levels

The concentration of parathyroid hormone in the blood, which is crucial in regulating calcium levels.