Of the Following Groups, Are Most Likely to Suffer from Chronic

question 23

Multiple Choice

Of the following groups, are most likely to suffer from chronic illnesses and disabilities.

• A) Native Americans
• B) African Americans
• C) Hispanics
• D) Asian Americans

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Definitions:

Subcutaneous Tissue

The layer of tissue beneath the skin that contains fat and connective tissues.

Epidermis

The surface layer of the skin, responsible for water resistance and establishing skin coloration.

Dermis

The layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles.

Epidermis

The external layer of skin which serves as a water-resistant barrier and determines our skin color.