It is important to be able to compare and contrast population-based health care needs with unique needs of other population groups. What is a health factor and effect of living in rural geopolitical areas?
A) Only about 5% of physicians practice in rural America despite the fact that nearly one-fourth of the population lives in these areas.
B) Although only one-third of all motor vehicle accidents occur in rural areas, two-thirds of the deaths attributed to these accidents occur on rural roads.
C) Rural residents are nearly three times more likely to die from unintentional injuries other than motor vehicle accidents than are urban residents.
D) Abuse of alcohol and use of smokeless tobacco is a significant problem among rural adults.
B
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