Disparities Can Be Further Disaggregated in Order to Identify Areas

question 21

Multiple Choice

Disparities can be further disaggregated in order to identify areas of need that may be under-addressed. Table 13.4 presents data on death rates per 100,000 by age, race/ethnicity, and sex for 2013. Please refer to Table 13.4 for any questions that contain data from this table. These questions assess your competencies in correctly reading, analyzing and evaluating data on life expectancy disparities.

-When the disparities in death rates are disaggregated by race/ethnicity and sex, which statement or statements below are true for the 25-29 age bracket?

• A) The death rate for Asians/Pacific Islanders males age 25-29 is 153.3% higher than for their female counterparts
• B) The comparable rate for African American males age 25-29 is 167.1% higher than for their female counterparts
• C) The comparable rate for American Indian/Alaskan Native males age 25-29 is 94.37% higher than for their female counterparts.
• D) The comparable rate for White American males age 25-29 is 136.15% higher than for their female counterparts.
• E) All of the above are true
• F) a and b are true
• G) b and e
• H) All of the above are true.
• I) None of the above are true

Understand the concepts of attachment and the effects of deprivation on psychological development.

Explain the importance of sensory stimulation in human functioning and development.

Analyze the role of environmental and physiological factors in shaping motivation and behavior.

Understand the different types of capacities (internal, adaptive, program, expansion) as described and their application in nonprofit organizations.

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Definitions:

Theoretical Perspectives

Different lenses through which one can view and analyze an issue or concept in social science, each with its own set of assumptions and focal points.

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A prediction or belief that causes itself to come true due to the positive feedback between belief and behavior.

Real Consequences

Tangible, measurable outcomes or results that stem from actions or events in the real world, impacting individuals or societies.

Anti-racist Pedagogy

An educational approach that actively confronts and challenges racism by promoting racial awareness, inclusion, and the dismantling of systemic inequalities.