The Measure of the Frequency of a Health Event in a "Defined

question 13

Multiple Choice

The measure of the frequency of a health event in a "defined population in a specified period of time" is a:

• A) Ratio
• B) Rate
• C) Proportion
• D) Risk

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Definitions:

Labor-Force Participation Rate

The proportion of the adult population that is either employed or actively looking for employment.

Marginally Attached Workers

Individuals not currently in the labor force who have looked for work within the last year but not in the last four weeks, often due to temporary barriers.

Labor-Force Participation Rate

The Labor-Force Participation Rate is the percentage of the working-age population that is part of the labor force, either employed or actively looking for work.

Unemployment Rate

The portion of the labor market without jobs but actively making efforts to secure employment.