In which cultural group is good health considered to be a balance between yin and yang?

a. Asians c. Native Americans
b. Australian aborigines d. African-Americans


ANS: A
In Chinese health beliefs, the forces termed yin and yang must be kept in balance to maintain health. This belief is not consistent with Australian aborigines, Native Americans, or African-Americans.

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