Which of the Following Statements About Health Disparities Is Accurate

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about health disparities is accurate?

• A) African American women have a much higher incidence of breast cancer.
• B) Health disparities are the result of negligent health care practices.
• C) Health disparities vary among racial/ethnic groups.
• D) Men have more obstacles to receiving health care than women.

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Definitions:

Residence Seniority

The system or principle where entitlements, decision-making, or authority within a community or family is accorded based on the length of domicile or membership.

Pastoralism

A form of agriculture aimed at producing livestock, rather than growing crops, where keepers of herds, flocks, or herds move from location to location in search of pastures.

Migratory Herds

Groups of animals that move from one region or habitat to another according to the seasons, in search of food, better conditions, or breeding grounds.

Permanent Settlements

Communities where people live year-round, characterized by durable houses and infrastructure, contrasting with nomadic or seasonal dwellings.