What Is an Example of a Cultural Variable That May

question 15

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a cultural variable that may influence the plan of action for a particular health threat?

• A) water cleanliness
• B) habitat fragmentation
• C) average income of the population affected
• D) religious beliefs
• E) All of these options are examples of cultural variables.

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Definitions:

Gangue

The valueless minerals or rock that are mined along with valuable minerals or ore, typically disposed of as waste.

Profitably Extractable

Refers to natural resources that can be mined or harvested at a profit, considering the current market prices and extraction costs.

Compacted Plant Remains

Organic matter that has been compressed over time into solid formations, often contributing to the formation of coal and other fossil fuels.

Limestone

A sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate, commonly used in construction and as a raw material in manufacturing.