Consumer Reports Health Routinely Compares Drugs in Terms of Effectiveness

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Essay

Consumer Reports Health routinely compares drugs in terms of effectiveness and safety. Suppose that in the summer of 2014 they reviewed drugs used to treat arthritis. Information was reported on convenience of use (how many pills required each day), possible side effects (e.g., dizziness, stomach upset), cost, and ratings of effectiveness in relieving symptoms (very effective, somewhat effective, not effective). Describe the W's for the information given.
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Definitions:

Moral Imperatives

Consist of principles or commands that are seen as universally binding and crucial for ethical behavior, often differentiated from moral suggestions by their obligatory nature.

Self-Regulatory Behaviors

Refers to the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in accordance with long-term goals.

Play

Refers to engaging in activities for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose, important for development and learning.

Correlated

When two or more variables are related in some way, with changes in one variable associated with changes in another.