Case Study Questions

question 93

Multiple Choice

Case Study Questions
​Use the following case study to answer questions
Jared Joiner is a 56-year-old African American insurance agent. He is single, eats most meals at restaurants, leads a sedentary lifestyle, and drinks 3-4 beers a day. He is 5'9" tall and weighs 204 pounds (BMI 30) . Mr. Joiner has been feeling particularly fatigued lately and decided to make an appointment with his physician for a check-up. The results of his laboratory tests include a fasting blood glucose level of 121 mg/dL.
-How many risk factors does Mr. Joiner have for type 2 diabetes?

• A)2
• B)3
• C)4
• D)5
• E)6

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Definitions:

Crowding Out

The phenomenon where increased government spending leads to a reduction in private sector spending or investment, often due to higher interest rates.

Domestic Investment

Domestic investment refers to the total spending on capital within a country that is used for the production of goods and services.

Loanable Funds

The money available for borrowing in the financial markets, determined by savings and demands for loans.

Foreign-Currency Exchange

The process of converting one currency into another currency, a key element in international trade and investment.