The Data Reporting That Sickle Cell Disease Affects Approximately 1

question 14

Multiple Choice

The data reporting that sickle cell disease affects approximately 1 in 600 American blacks is an example of which concept?

• A)Incidence
• B)Prevalence
• C)Ratio
• D)Risk

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Definitions:

Lorenz Curve

A graphical representation of the distribution of wealth or income within a society, depicting inequality.

45° Line

A reference line in economics and finance, representing situations where two measured quantities are equal.

Income Distribution

Describes how a nation’s total GDP is distributed amongst its population, often highlighting the disparities between different income groups.

Market Economy

An economic system where supply and demand within a free market determine the production of goods and services, with minimal governmental intervention.