A Large-Scale Study Mokdad,Marks,Stroup,& Gerberding,2004)demonstrated That Many of the Leading

question 7

Multiple Choice

A large-scale study Mokdad,Marks,Stroup,& Gerberding,2004) demonstrated that many of the leading causes of mortality in the United States are related to

• A)chronic physical health issues that have been resistant to treatment.
• B)violence and crime.
• C)entirely treatable or preventable factors,such as diet,exercise,tobacco use,and alcohol.
• D)motor vehicle accidents.

Comprehend the importance of specifying units of measurement in data collection and reporting.

Identify and evaluate the role of descriptive statistics in summarizing and presenting data.

Understand the concept of variables and how they can be categorized (e.g., age, weight, type of contribution).

Apply the concept of categorical and quantitative data to real-world situations.

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Definitions:

Discriminatory Behavior

Actions or practices that result in unequal treatment of individuals or groups based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, or disability.

Emotional

Pertaining to feelings or affective states, often influencing behavior, perception, and physical responses.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment without adequate knowledge or exposure, often leading to discrimination and societal tension.

Primacy Effect

The tendency to remember information at the beginning of a list better than information in the middle or end.