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Sociology of Class Distinctions and Inequality

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What are some examples of social determinants of health mentioned in the text?

Stressful circumstances and discrimination (correct)
Chemical agents and biological factors
Economic factors and political issues
Physical agents and lifestyle behaviors

In the context of health disparities, what does SES stand for?

Social Exposure Situation
Sustainable Environmental Systems
Social Economic Standards
Socioeconomic Status (correct)

Which of the following social factors can determine the health status of individuals?

Exercise habits
Biological agents
Genetic makeup
Proximity to polluting industries (correct)

What is the importance of understanding fundamental causes of disease according to the text?

To address underlying social conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which measure of Socioeconomic Status (SES) is often used by US sociologists?

Wealth, status, power (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are considered as fundamental causes of health disparities according to the text?

Underlying social conditions like inequality (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a proximate factor influencing health as per the text?

Diet and exercise habits (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'measure of SES' in the context of the text?

Indicators like income, occupation, education (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do social conditions influence the outcome of diseases according to the text?

By affecting risk of exposure and course of afflictions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of social class position in determining health outcomes as per the text?

It affects both exposure risk and susceptibility to diseases (D) Signup and view all the answers

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