Asked by mireia lópez on May 31, 2024
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Alberta is African American, and her friend Eleanor is European American. Statistically, Eleanor is ____ likely to develop breast cancer than Alberta and ____ likely to die of it.
A) less; more
B) more; more
C) more; less
D) less; less
African American
A demographic group in the United States characterized by having ancestry from the native populations of Sub-Saharan Africa, with a rich cultural heritage and history.
European American
A term referring to Americans of European ancestry or origin.
Breast Cancer
A disease characterized by the abnormal growth of cells within the breast tissue.
- Acknowledge the role of ethnicity and socioeconomic status in determining the risk of cancer and its mortality outcomes.
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Infinite TigressJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
European American women are statistically more likely to develop breast cancer than African American women, but African American women are more likely to die from it, indicating disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and possibly access to healthcare.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the role of ethnicity and socioeconomic status in determining the risk of cancer and its mortality outcomes.