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According to the CIA World Factbook figures cited, which nation-state aligns with a GDP per capita of approximately $12,000?
According to the CIA World Factbook figures cited, which nation-state aligns with a GDP per capita of approximately $12,000?
- Brazil (correct)
- China
- Cameroon
- USA
Based on the Food and Agriculture Organization's data from 1998 cited, what percentage of people in developing countries had daily food intakes below 2,200 calories?
Based on the Food and Agriculture Organization's data from 1998 cited, what percentage of people in developing countries had daily food intakes below 2,200 calories?
- 5 percent
- 20 percent
- 10 percent (correct)
- 30 percent
The obesity epidemic disproportionately affects elderly adults, according to cited information.
The obesity epidemic disproportionately affects elderly adults, according to cited information.
False (B)
The CIA World Factbook suggests a GDP per capita of $2,300 is most likely associated with ______.
The CIA World Factbook suggests a GDP per capita of $2,300 is most likely associated with ______.
Which of the following GDP per capita figures is most likely associated with the USA?
Which of the following GDP per capita figures is most likely associated with the USA?
Approximately 50% of people in developing countries had food intakes below 2,200 calories per day in 1998.
Approximately 50% of people in developing countries had food intakes below 2,200 calories per day in 1998.
What demographic is mentioned as being particularly affected by the obesity epidemic?
What demographic is mentioned as being particularly affected by the obesity epidemic?
According to FAO, in 1998, approximately ______ percent of people in developing countries had food intakes below 2,200 calories per day.
According to FAO, in 1998, approximately ______ percent of people in developing countries had food intakes below 2,200 calories per day.
Based on the provided information, which country would be expected to have the lowest average daily calorie intake?
Based on the provided information, which country would be expected to have the lowest average daily calorie intake?
The Food and Agriculture Organization primarily collects data on global military spending.
The Food and Agriculture Organization primarily collects data on global military spending.
Which organization's data is most relevant for assessing the distribution of wealth among nations?
Which organization's data is most relevant for assessing the distribution of wealth among nations?
The ______ epidemic affects young children, according to information discussed.
The ______ epidemic affects young children, according to information discussed.
Name one organization that provides data relevant to understanding global economic indicators.
Name one organization that provides data relevant to understanding global economic indicators.
Obesity is solely a problem in developed nations and does not affect developing countries.
Obesity is solely a problem in developed nations and does not affect developing countries.
What is the relationship between a country's GDP per capita and its average daily calorie intake?
What is the relationship between a country's GDP per capita and its average daily calorie intake?
Match the organization with the type of data they provide:
Match the organization with the type of data they provide:
Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to contribute to the obesity epidemic in young children?
Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to contribute to the obesity epidemic in young children?
The proportion of people with inadequate food intake in developing countries has remained constant since 1998.
The proportion of people with inadequate food intake in developing countries has remained constant since 1998.
What specific type of data does the CIA World Factbook provide that can be used to compare the economic status of different countries?
What specific type of data does the CIA World Factbook provide that can be used to compare the economic status of different countries?
Countries with a lower GDP per capita, such as ______, might face challenges related to adequate food intake among their populations.
Countries with a lower GDP per capita, such as ______, might face challenges related to adequate food intake among their populations.
Which organization is best suited to provide insights into the nutritional status of children worldwide?
Which organization is best suited to provide insights into the nutritional status of children worldwide?
The obesity epidemic only affects a small, negligible percentage of young children.
The obesity epidemic only affects a small, negligible percentage of young children.
Name one factor that contributes to the obesity epidemic among young children.
Name one factor that contributes to the obesity epidemic among young children.
The FAO primarily focuses on data related to ______ and agriculture.
The FAO primarily focuses on data related to ______ and agriculture.
What is a possible consequence of having a significant portion of the population with food intakes below 2,200 calories per day?
What is a possible consequence of having a significant portion of the population with food intakes below 2,200 calories per day?
Having a high GDP per capita guarantees that all citizens have adequate access to nutritious food.
Having a high GDP per capita guarantees that all citizens have adequate access to nutritious food.
Based on the information, what is one potential indicator of a developing country's food security situation?
Based on the information, what is one potential indicator of a developing country's food security situation?
The FAO indicated that in 1998, ______% of individuals in developing countries had insufficient food intake.
The FAO indicated that in 1998, ______% of individuals in developing countries had insufficient food intake.
Which of the following organizations would be most helpful in assessing the economic impact of a global pandemic on various countries?
Which of the following organizations would be most helpful in assessing the economic impact of a global pandemic on various countries?
Young children are immune to the obesity epidemic.
Young children are immune to the obesity epidemic.
Which country listed is likely to have the highest rates of obesity among young children?
Which country listed is likely to have the highest rates of obesity among young children?
According to the provided data, $49,800 GDP per capita is most likely associated with ______.
According to the provided data, $49,800 GDP per capita is most likely associated with ______.
Which of the options is indicative of economic well-being?
Which of the options is indicative of economic well-being?
The CIA World Factbook provides information exclusively on military matters.
The CIA World Factbook provides information exclusively on military matters.
What is one potential factor that influences a nation's GDP per capita?
What is one potential factor that influences a nation's GDP per capita?
The ______ epidemic is a public health concern that particularly affects younger demographics.
The ______ epidemic is a public health concern that particularly affects younger demographics.
Flashcards
GDP per capita: $2,300, $12,000, and $49,800?
GDP per capita: $2,300, $12,000, and $49,800?
Cameroon, Brazil, and USA, respectively.
Food intake below 2,200 calories in developing countries in 1998?
Food intake below 2,200 calories in developing countries in 1998?
10 percent
Who is the obesity epidemic particularly prevalent among?
Who is the obesity epidemic particularly prevalent among?
Young children
Study Notes
- CIA World Factbook data indicates the following GDP per capita estimates are associated with these countries:
- Cameroon: $2,300
- Brazil: $12,000
- USA: $49,800
- The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported that in 1998, 10% of people in developing countries had food intakes below 2,200 calories per day.
- The obesity epidemic is particularly prevalent among young children.
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