The Higher Prevalence of Hypertension in Postmenopausal Women Compared to Men

question 11

Multiple Choice

The higher prevalence of hypertension in postmenopausal women compared to men of the same age is most likely a consequence of:

• A) greater longevity.
• B) reduced circulating estrogen.
• C) increasing obesity.
• D) Only a and c are correct.
• E) All answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Prompting

In behavioral psychology, it involves giving cues or hints to facilitate the desired response from an individual.

Shaping

A method of operant conditioning by which successive approximations of a desired behavior are reinforced until the exact behavior is achieved.

Reinforcement

In psychology, a process by which a behavior is strengthened or increased, often through rewards or positive outcomes, following its occurrence.

Empirical Approach

A method of inquiry that relies on observation, experimentation, and evidence rather than theory alone.