The Best Definition of Public Health from the Institute of Medicine

question 29

Multiple Choice

The best definition of public health from the Institute of Medicine is:

• A) Public health is primarily about providing health care for uninsured individuals
• B) Public health is the role the government plays in providing programs for citizens.
• C) Public health is what we do collectively to ensure conditions where people can be healthy.
• D) Public health is childhood immunizations, regulations, and smoking cessation programs.

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Definitions:

Coupon Rate

The interest rate specified on a bond or other fixed income security that the issuer promises to pay to the holder until maturity.

Current Yield

is the annual income (interest or dividends) divided by the current price of the security, used to assess the return of an investment.

Market Price

The prevailing market price for an asset or service available for trade or acquisition.

Semiannual Coupon Rate

The interest rate on a bond or fixed-income security that is paid out to investors twice a year.