The graph above shows an Engel curve for health (H) in (a) and an Engel curve for medical care (m) in (b). Which one of the following describes the possible impact of income growth on Health in from the "fast lane' effect? O O As income rises there will be higher utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income falls there will be higher utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income rises there will be lower utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income rises there will be lower utilization of medical care and higher stock of health

The graph above shows an Engel curve for health (H) in (a) and an Engel curve for medical care (m) in (b). Which one of the following describes the possible impact of income growth on Health in from the "fast lane' effect? O O As income rises there will be higher utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income falls there will be higher utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income rises there will be lower utilization of medical care and lower stock of health As income rises there will be lower utilization of medical care and higher stock of health

EBK HEALTH ECONOMICS AND POLICY

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337668279

Author:Henderson

Publisher:Henderson

Chapter5: Demand For Health And Medical Care

Section: Chapter Questions

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