Factors Influencing Human Health Quiz
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What does human biology include according to the text?

  • Social and community factors like education and social cohesion
  • Aspects of health that are determined by the organic structure and physiological functioning of the body (correct)
  • Hereditary factors that determine lifespan and the likelihood of developing certain illnesses
  • Individual lifestyle factors such as tobacco use and alcohol consumption

    • Which of the following is NOT listed as an inherited factor that can affect health according to the text?

  • Sex
  • Race
  • Socioeconomic status (correct)
  • Inherited diseases

    • How does education affect health?

  • More education makes individuals more aware of healthy and unhealthy choices (correct)
  • More education leads to higher levels of social cohesion and connectedness
  • More education is associated with poorer health status and higher stress levels
  • More education has no significant effect on health outcomes

    • Which of the following individual lifestyle factors is NOT mentioned in the text?

    <p>Excessive sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does social cohesion affect health?

    <p>People with strong family, cultural, and community bonds have better health than socially isolated people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed in the text as a type of behavioral influence that can affect health?

    <p>Excessive exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does income level impact health?

    <p>Lower income is linked to higher rates of illness and death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of racial and ethnic background on an individual's health, according to the text?

    <p>Racial and ethnic background can have both advantages and disadvantages for health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text define culture?

    <p>A set of beliefs and behaviors shared by a group of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the physical environment as a factor that can affect health?

    <p>Air quality, water safety, food safety, and noise control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the relationship between poverty and health?

    <p>Poverty has long been recognized as an important determinant of ill health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the main factor determining adequate income?

    <p>Continuous employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of employment?

    <p>Provides access to healthcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about the relationship between income and health?

    <p>Higher income leads to better health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what can poor-quality housing lead to?

    <p>Exposure to indoor allergens and toxic substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest is the single most important determinant of health?

    <p>Income</p> Signup and view all the answers

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