In the Past Three Decades, the Number of Overweight Children

question 123

True/False

In the past three decades, the number of overweight children has doubled and the number of overweight adolescents has tripled.

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Political Logrolling

Engaging in the mutual exchange of support, especially within politics, by voting for each other's legislative proposals.

Special-Interest Effect

The impact upon policy or decision-making driven by a small, motivated group seeking to further their own interests.

Price Supports

Government interventions to maintain the market price of a commodity or product above its competitive equilibrium level by buying up surplus supply or subsidizing the production costs.

Agriculture

Agriculture pertains to the science, art, and practice of cultivating plants and livestock, providing the basis for food production and raw materials for various industries.