HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 017 MC

Research indicates that Australian communities with high walkability scores tend to have lower rates of cardiovascular disease and obesity. However, these neighbourhoods often experience rising property values, which can lead to the displacement of lower-income residents to areas with fewer recreational facilities and poorer transport connections.

This scenario most comprehensively illustrates the interaction between which TWO determinants of health?

Health behaviours and biomedical factors
Environmental factors and socioeconomic characteristics
Broad features of society and health behaviours
Biomedical factors and environmental factors

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\(B\)

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B is correct as the scenario describes how the built environment (walkability) interacts with socioeconomic factors (property values) to influence health outcomes.

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A is incorrect because while health behaviours (like walking) are implied, the scenario primarily focuses on the structural determinants rather than individual choices or biomedical factors.
C is incorrect because although broad features of society might indirectly relate to urban planning, the scenario directly addresses environmental design and socioeconomic impacts.
D is incorrect because biomedical factors (genetic or physiological characteristics) are not mentioned in the scenario.