Assume That the Riskiest Individuals in a Given Population Are

question 14

Multiple Choice

Assume that the riskiest individuals in a given population are the ones most likely to apply for health insurance.In this situation a provider of health insurance faces the problem of ________.

• A)moral hazard
• B)opportunity costs
• C)tertiary impedence
• D)adverse selection

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Definitions:

Esophagus

The muscular tube that connects the throat (pharynx) with the stomach and transports swallowed food and liquids.

Thyroid Gland

A butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism, energy generation, and body temperature.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of the blood vessels resulting from contraction of the muscular wall of the vessels, which increases blood pressure.

Cardiovascular

Pertaining to the heart and blood vessels, relating to the system that circulates blood throughout the body.