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Which of the following best explains how access to education serves as a protective factor for young people's health?

It ensures young people remain physically active through mandatory physical education classes.
It guarantees access to healthcare services through school-based medical facilities.
It develops critical thinking skills that enable informed health decisions and improved health literacy.
It eliminates all socioeconomic barriers to good health through financial support programs.

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\(C\)

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C is correct as education develops critical thinking and health literacy skills that allow young people to make better health decisions.

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A is incorrect because while physical education is important, it is only one aspect of education’s protective effect.
B is incorrect because not all schools provide medical facilities.
D is incorrect because education alone cannot eliminate all socioeconomic barriers.