Question

Although useful in learning more about a community, population data is seldom used to make future projections relative to health

Question 1 options:

	True
	False

Question 2 (1 point)

Population data is good source for assessing the incidence, prevalence, morbidity, and mortality of a geographical area; however, it is not appropriate for use in policy development.

Question 2 options:

	True
	False

Question 3 (1 point)

Age distribution is important to understand because it can affect the demand for health services especially in a country such as the U.S.

Question 3 options:

	True
	False

Question 4 (1 point)

Most would agree with the statement that birth rates and mortality rates are decreasing in developed countries.

Question 4 options:

	True
	False

Question 5 (1 point)

Population density can have implications for the health of a community.

Question 5 options:

	True
	False

Answer 1

Question 1.

Population data is always used to make future projections about the health.

The statement given above is false.

Question 2.

Population data is appropriate to use policy development.

The statement given is false.

Question 3.

Age distribution is important to know in a population. This is because, if more aged people are there , more health services have to be available.

So the statement is True.

Question 4.

Yes, birth rates and mortality rates are decreasing in developed countries.

The statement is True.

Question 5.

Population density has implications on the health of the community. More population, faster spread of disease, more competition, malnutrition etc.

The statement is True.