The Following Statement Regarding Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Is Not True

question 29

Multiple Choice

The following statement regarding cardiovascular disease (CVD) is not true: ________.

• A) Low socio-economic status is associated with increased risk of CVD
• B) CVD has an earlier onset among African-Americans compared to the rest of the population
• C) Death rates from CVD are lower among African-Americans compared to the rest of the population
• D) Mortality from CVD is higher among people in low-income brackets

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Definitions:

Japanese Colonialism

The period during which Japan extended its influence and control over various territories and peoples, primarily in Asia, through colonization, expansion, and imperial administration.

European Colonialism

The policy or practice by which European nations extended their control over foreign territories for economic and political gain.

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Buildings or complexes where goods are produced on a large scale using machinery and human labor.

Neoliberalism

An economic and political ideology advocating for reduced government intervention in the economy, free-market principles, deregulation, and globalization to foster economic growth and efficiency.