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What is the primary impact of intrinsic forces on health?
What is the primary impact of intrinsic forces on health?
What category of factors includes trade?
What category of factors includes trade?
Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic force?
Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic force?
What is the relationship between health and the forces that affect it?
What is the relationship between health and the forces that affect it?
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What is an example of an environmental factor that can affect health?
What is an example of an environmental factor that can affect health?
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What is a key economic factor in economic development?
What is a key economic factor in economic development?
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Which of the following is NOT an economic factor in economic development?
Which of the following is NOT an economic factor in economic development?
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What is a key non-economic factor in economic development?
What is a key non-economic factor in economic development?
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What is an essential component of economic development?
What is an essential component of economic development?
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Which of the following is an example of a non-economic factor in economic development?
Which of the following is an example of a non-economic factor in economic development?
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Study Notes
Health Determinants
- Health is affected by intrinsic forces, including genetics, behaviour, culture, habits, and lifestyles
- Health is also affected by extrinsic forces, comprising preventative, curative, and promotional aspects of the health sector
- Health is determined by a combination of these intrinsic and extrinsic forces
Extrinsic Forces Outside the Health Sector
- Economic factors, such as trade, influence health determinants
- Social factors, including poverty, play a role in shaping health outcomes
- Environmental factors, such as climate change, affect health determinants
- Technological factors, like information technology, also have an impact on health determinants
Determinants of Economic Development
Economic Factors
- Capital Formation: a crucial factor in economic development
- Natural Resources: availability and utilization of natural resources impact economic development
- Marketable Surplus of Agriculture: surplus agricultural produce that can be sold or traded, contributing to economic growth
- Conditions in Foreign Trade: favorable trade conditions and policies can promote economic development
- Economic System: the type of economic system in place, such as capitalist or socialist, influences economic development
Non-Economic Factors
- Human Resources: availability and quality of human capital, including skills and education, affect economic development
- Technical Know-How and General Education: technical skills and education level of the population can drive economic growth
- Political Freedom: political stability and freedom can create an environment conducive to economic development
- Social Organisation: social structures and institutions can either facilitate or hinder economic development
- Corruption: the presence of corruption can negatively impact economic development
- Desire to Develop: a strong desire to develop and improve living standards can drive economic growth
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Description
This quiz assesses your understanding of the factors that affect health, including intrinsic and extrinsic forces, socioeconomic factors, and environmental influences. Test your knowledge of the health sector and its interactions with the broader environment.
