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HMS, HIC 2016 HSC 3 MC

Which of the following is an example of a socioeconomic determinant that influences the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples?

  1. Racism from peers and the community
  2. Remoteness of some of their communities
  3. Lower completion rate of Year 12 education
  4. Lack of access to appropriate health services
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\(C\)

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  • C is correct: Education completion rates are a socioeconomic characteristic affecting health outcomes.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: This is a sociocultural determinant, not socioeconomic.
  • B is incorrect: This is an environmental/geographical determinant.
  • D is incorrect: This is an environmental/access determinant.