Suppose You Walk into a Typical 6th Grade Classroom in a Predominantly

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Multiple Choice

Suppose you walk into a typical 6th grade classroom in a predominantly White, middle-class, suburban school in the United States. If the children there are typical, about what percent would you expect to be wearing glasses or contact lenses to improve their vision?

• A) 75%
• B) 50%
• C) 33%
• D) 25%

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Definitions:

Hypokalemia

A condition characterized by lower than normal levels of potassium in the bloodstream.

Hyponatremia

A condition characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood, which can result in numerous health issues including confusion, seizures, and coma.

Adrenal Cortex

The adrenal cortex is the outer layer of the adrenal glands, located above the kidneys, and it secretes hormones like cortisol, aldosterone, and androgens, playing key roles in stress response, metabolism, and blood pressure regulation.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, increasing heart rate and blood pressure.