Which of the following groups of persons is most likely to be able to access health care?
a. Adults who work in large corporations
b. Many employed women
c. Older women on fixed incomes
d. Young adults, aged 16 to 24 years
ANS: A
Adults who are employed and have health insurance are more likely to have access along with the ability to pay for care. Young adults aged 16 to 24 years often do not have health insurance. Older women on fixed incomes may have difficulty meeting copayments required by Medicare, so they may not have constant access.
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