The Aboriginal population has shorter lifespans.

Question

The Aboriginal population has a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

The Aboriginal population has higher infant mortality rates.



What is most likely the CAUSE of the list above?

(1 point)
Responses

A. The Aboriginal population’s religious beliefs have caused medical issues.
A. The Aboriginal population’s religious beliefs have caused medical issues.

B. Government programs favor non-indigenous Australians because Aboriginal people cannot vote.
B. Government programs favor non-indigenous Australians because Aboriginal people cannot vote.

C. Generations of mistreatment and discrimination have caused many Aboriginal people to live in a cycle of poverty that impacts their health.
C. Generations of mistreatment and discrimination have caused many Aboriginal people to live in a cycle of poverty that impacts their health.

D. Genetic problems passed down through their ancestors have caused Aboriginal people to have shorter lifespans than non-indigenous Australians.

Answer 1

C. Generations of mistreatment and discrimination have caused many Aboriginal people to live in a cycle of poverty that impacts their health.