This Source of Information Is Used to Assess Population Characteristics

question 232

Multiple Choice

This source of information is used to assess population characteristics such as births,deaths,marriages,divorces,and the incidence of certain infectious diseases.

• A) census
• B) fertility
• C) vital records
• D) demography
• E) life expectancy

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Definitions:

Fiscal Year

A 12-month period that companies use for accounting purposes and preparing financial statements, which does not necessarily align with the calendar year.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs from the total revenue.

Common Stock

Represents equity ownership in a corporation, with holders possibly entitled to vote on corporate policy and receive dividends.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, distributed from the company's profits.