Rising health-care costs have been an important problem in the United States. Describe the major factors that contribute to these cost increases.

What will be an ideal response?


The ideal answer should include:
1. Hospitals
2. Physicians
3. Malpractice
4. Medical technology
5. Prescription drugs
6. Demographic factors
7. Cultural factors, such as obesity and smoking

Sociology

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a. Neocolonialism b. Social stratification c. Conflict d. Colonialism

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The use of questionnaires or interviews to collect data from a sample of the population is called ________ __________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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With the emergence of women in traditionally male roles, particularly in positions of power, ________ are being redefined.

A. men's rights B. gender roles C. work schedules D. salaries

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Religiously unaffiliated people:

A) ?comprise 32 percent of the world's population. B) ?identify with folk religions. C) ?may or may not believe in God. D) ?include followers of Australian aboriginal religions. E) ?are the world's first largest religious group.

Sociology