Age and Race/ethnicity in U

question 30

Multiple Choice

Age and race/ethnicity in U.S. The segment of the U.S.population with the lowest age-adjusted mortality rate is:

• A)White females
• B)non-Hispanic Black men
• C)Black females
• D)non-Hispanic White men

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Definitions:

Market Resources

The assets, materials, and inputs used to produce goods and services and are made available through the market.

Entrepreneurs

Individuals who innovate, finance, and manage business ventures, often taking on greater than normal financial risks.

External Cost

Costs that a producer or consumer inflicts on a third party who is not involved in the production or consumption of the goods or services.

Economic Efficiency

A situation in which all resources in an economy are optimally distributed to serve each individual or entity in the best way while minimizing waste and inefficiency.