Which of the Following Terms Refers to the Number of Deaths

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to the number of deaths of infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births in a given year?

• A)premature deaths rate
• B)infant mortality rate
• C)child death index
• D)child mortality rate

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Definitions:

Spoiled Food

Food that has become unsafe or unpalatable due to bacterial growth, chemical breakdown, or other processes that lead to deterioration.

Neurohormones

Chemicals produced and released by neurons that communicate with and regulate other cells, acting similarly to hormones.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus, important for hormone production and regulation of body temperature, hunger, thirst, and emotional behavior.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-shaped gland located at the base of the brain, crucial for regulating vital body functions and general well-being through the secretion of hormones.