Asked by Lilinoe Kekaula-VanGieson on Jul 21, 2024

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Over the last few decades,the prevalence of disabilities has

A) increased.
B) decreased.
C) stayed about the same.

Prevalence

The percentage of individuals in a population who are identified as having a disease or condition during a particular time period.

Disabilities

Conditions that impair, limit, or restrict an individual's physical or mental abilities.

  • Grasp the changing prevalence of disabilities over time and discuss factors influencing these trends.
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priyanka yandolliJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
There has been a steady increase in the number of individuals reporting disabilities over the last few decades. This is due to a combination of factors such as advances in medical technology, improvements in diagnosis, and an aging population.