Measures of incidence and prevalence of a problem or a disorder
A) are not useful because they are measured differently by different research workers
B) are useful for policy makers to decide on resources that should be allocated to a problem
C) are objective and therefore cannot be used by advocates for political purposes
D) are only used by public health scientists to determine epidemics of illnesses

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Measures of incidence (new cases) and prevalence (total cases) are crucial for policy makers to understand the scope of a problem or disorder, allowing them to allocate resources effectively. These measures provide a snapshot of the health status of a population, guiding decisions on prevention, treatment, and funding priorities.

Measures of Incidence and Prevalence of a Problem or a Disorder