Which of the Following Is a Reason for the United

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason for the United States to spend more per capita on medicines than other developed countries?

• A) Low availability of medicines
• B) Low population growth rate
• C) High prescription prices
• D) Low disability rates
• E) Fixing of drug prices by the government

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Definitions:

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

A genetic abnormality in which phenylalanine builds up and causes intellectual disabilities.

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Multifactorial Problem

An issue or condition that is influenced by multiple factors, often involving both genetic and environmental components.

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A chronic medical condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood, caused by the body's inability to produce or effectively use insulin.