Census 2000 data indicated that 24% of the population was under age 18. What health implications can be derived from this data?
A. Immunization rates will increase for childhood diseases.
B. This population group will be the highest percentage over age 65.
C. There will be higher numbers of children receiving Medicaid.
D. This population will have higher rates of chronic diseases.
Answer: A
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2. It helps the researcher broaden the topic question.
3. It helps the researcher determine the current state of knowledge about the topic.
4. It gives the researcher ideas about possible theoretical frameworks for the study.
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