Which Statement Is True About Risk Factors

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about risk factors?

• A) Risk factors are individual and contextual variables that are associated with a higher likelihood of a positive outcome.
• B) Risk factors are contextual variables that are associated with a higher likelihood of a positive outcome.
• C) Risk factors are individual variables only that are associated with a higher likelihood of a negative outcome.
• D) Risk factors are individual and contextual variables associated with a higher likelihood of a negative outcome.

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Definitions:

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