The Statistics Shown in the Graph at the Below Are

question 58

Multiple Choice

The statistics shown in the graph at the below are from the 2007 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) , an annual in person survey of Americans regarding their health-and illness-related experiences. The Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) section gathered information on 23,393 adults aged 18 and older. (Source: http://nccam.nih.gov /news/camstats/2007/ ) Use the following graph of the 23,393 adults included in the survey, how many use Meditation as part of CAM therapy? Round to the nearest whole number.

• A) 2099
• B) 2299
• C) 2199
• D) 2399
• E) 1999

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Definitions:

Mechanical Barriers

Physical or structural methods used to prevent or control the entry or exit of harmful substances or organisms in a particular area.

Skin

The body's largest organ, serving as a protective barrier between the inside of the body and the external environment.

Immunoglobulin

Proteins in the blood plasma, also known as antibodies, which are crucial for the immune system's response against pathogens.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system by producing antibodies to fight infections.