Although rural Americans make up 20 percent of the U.S. population, only __________ of the nation's physicians practice in rural areas, and fewer specialists such as cardiologists are available in these areas.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Only 9 percent of the nation's physicians practice in rural areas, which is significantly lower than the 20 percent of the U.S. population that resides in these areas. Additionally, even fewer specialists like cardiologists are available in these areas, which can limit access to specialized medical care for rural residents.

Although Rural Americans Make Up 20 Percent of the U