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1.

Among all ethnic groups in the U.S., the tendency to smoke declines as which occurs?
- A.
  
  Smoking Bans Are Enforced
- B.
  
  The Cost Of Cigarettes Increases
- C.
  
  The Level Of Education Increases
- D.
  
  Weight Loss Programs Are Successful
Correct Answer
C. The Level Of Education Increases
2.

How many Americans are at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes?
- A.
  
  Two In Three
- B.
  
  Four In Five
- C.
  
  Two In Seven
- D.
  
  One In Five
Correct Answer
D. One In Five
3.

How many Americans suffer from a mental disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health?
- A.
  
  6 Million
- B.
  
  10 Million
- C.
  
  60 Million
- D.
  
  100 Million
Correct Answer
C. 60 Million
4.

What is the maximum daily dietary sodium recommended for people with hypertension?
- A.
  
  3/4 Teaspoon
- B.
  
  3/4 Tablespoon
- C.
  
  None
- D.
  
  1/4 Cup
Correct Answer
A. 3/4 Teaspoon
5.

What happens to more than 95% of the students who enter a U.S. medical school?
- A.
  
  They Have No Free Time
- B.
  
  They Earn Their M.D.
- C.
  
  They Fail At Least Five Courses
- D.
  
  They Faint At The Sight Of Blood
Correct Answer
B. They Earn Their M.D.
6.

What group of health professionals has the highest rate of smokers?
- A.
  
  Nutritionists
- B.
  
  Physicians
- C.
  
  Nurses
- D.
  
  X-Ray Technicians
Correct Answer
C. Nurses
7.

What did an international fashion show in Madrid ban from its runway in 2006?
- A.
  
  Overly Thin Models
- B.
  
  Models With Breast Implants
- C.
  
  Models With HIV
- D.
  
  Models Under Six Feet Tall
Correct Answer
A. Overly Thin Models
8.

At what Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person considered "overweight?"
- A.
  
  50
- B.
  
  12
- C.
  
  25
- D.
  
  48
Correct Answer
C. 25
9.

The Congressional Budget Office in 2009 determined that tort reform would save the health care industry how much?
- A.
  
  $10 Million Over Ten Years
- B.
  
  $1 Billion Over Ten Years
- C.
  
  Less Than $2 Million
- D.
  
  $54 Billion Over Ten Years
Correct Answer
D. $54 Billion Over Ten Years
10.

What is the most popular exercise for U.S. men over the age of 18?
- A.
  
  Kick Boxing
- B.
  
  Jogging
- C.
  
  Walking
- D.
  
  Tennis
Correct Answer
C. Walking
11.

The Center for Disease Control reports the fewest number of babies are born on what day of the week?
- A.
  
  Saturday
- B.
  
  Wednesday
- C.
  
  Sunday
- D.
  
  Tuesday
Correct Answer
C. Sunday
12.

What is the distinction of Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, South Africa?
- A.
  
  Smallest Hospital In The World
- B.
  
  Largest Hospital In The World
- C.
  
  Poorest Hospital In The World
- D.
  
  Newest Hospital In The World
Correct Answer
B. Largest Hospital In The World
13.

According to a 2006 study, what percent of American women over the age of 20 are overweight?
- A.
  
  64%
- B.
  
  31%
- C.
  
  20%
- D.
  
  12%
Correct Answer
A. 64%
14.

How many Americans are diagnosed each week with multiple sclerosis?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  200
- C.
  
  10
- D.
  
  1870
Correct Answer
B. 200
15.

Why are flu vaccines are updated every year?
- A.
  
  For Profit
- B.
  
  New Technology
- C.
  
  The Virus Mutates
- D.
  
  Change Into Bacteria
Correct Answer
C. The Virus Mutates

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Medicine Trivia Quiz

Among all ethnic groups in the U.S., the tendency to smoke declines as which occurs?

How many Americans are at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes?

How many Americans suffer from a mental disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health?

What is the maximum daily dietary sodium recommended for people with hypertension?

What happens to more than 95% of the students who enter a U.S. medical school?

What group of health professionals has the highest rate of smokers?

What did an international fashion show in Madrid ban from its runway in 2006?

At what Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person considered "overweight?"

The Congressional Budget Office in 2009 determined that tort reform would save the health care industry how much?

What is the most popular exercise for U.S. men over the age of 18?

The Center for Disease Control reports the fewest number of babies are born on what day of the week?

What is the distinction of Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, South Africa?

According to a 2006 study, what percent of American women over the age of 20 are overweight?

How many Americans are diagnosed each week with multiple sclerosis?

Why are flu vaccines are updated every year?