Asked by Taylor Mccullough on Jun 04, 2024

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You are an American with a lower socioeconomic status. You are also a racial minority living in public housing and working a physically demanding job to financially support a family of four. It is likely that you

A) have a number of ailments like arthritis and asthma.
B) view physical labor as preventative medicine.
C) report having good physical well-being.
D) engage in regular good health practices.

Socioeconomic Status

A measure of an individual's or family's economic and social position relative to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Public Housing

Government-provided housing aimed at offering affordable living spaces to individuals and families with low to medium income.

Physically Demanding Job

Employment that requires a high level of physical effort, endurance, and strength, often involving manual labor.

  • Understand the role social and economic conditions play in the state of mental health and the frequency of diseases.
  • Scrutinize the discrepancies in health care experiences and consequences associated with socio-economic standing.
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Mohammad HasifJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Individuals with lower socioeconomic status and those living in conditions described (racial minority, public housing, physically demanding job) are more likely to experience health disparities, including a higher prevalence of chronic conditions such as arthritis and asthma, due to factors like stress, environmental exposures, and limited access to healthcare.