Question

1. choose the best answer.

why is race a social construct?
race is closely related to dna characteristics.
it is subjective, defying scientific certainty and has varied over the years and varied based on the state or country.
many societies have no concept of race.
it was a word first used in the u.s. constitution.

1. choose the best answer.

which answer is not a cause of health conditions?
cultural food choices and traditions
access to health care
race
environment

Explanation:

• Question 6:
• Race being a social construct means it is not based on fixed biological facts. The idea that it is subjective, defies scientific certainty (as there is no clear - cut genetic basis for racial categories), and has varied over time and across states/countries aligns with the concept of a social construct.
• Option 1 is incorrect because race is not closely related to DNA in a way that defines distinct racial groups. Option 3 is not the best answer as the presence or absence of a concept in some societies does not fully explain why it is a social construct. Option 4 is incorrect as the origin of the word in the U.S. Constitution does not explain its social - construct nature.
• Question 7:
• Race itself is not a biological cause of health conditions. Disparities in health that are often associated with race are actually due to social factors (such as access to health care, cultural food choices, and environmental factors). Cultural food choices can lead to certain diet - related health issues (e.g., high - fat diets in some cultures may contribute to heart problems). Access to health care is a well - known determinant of health (lack of access can lead to untreated conditions). The environment (e.g., exposure to pollutants) can also cause health problems.

Answer:

1. It is subjective, defying scientific certainty and has varied over the years and varied based on the state or country.
2. race