Which of the following statements describes gender as a predisposing factor of utilization?
A) Men use more medical services than women.
B) Women have longer lengths of stay in hospitals.
C) Women use more dental services and prescriptions.
D) More men than women are nursing home residents.

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The statement "Women use more dental services and prescriptions" describes gender as a predisposing factor of utilization, because gender (being female) is a factor that predisposes women to use more of certain types of healthcare services, specifically dental services and prescriptions. The other statements (A, B, and D) describe gender differences in healthcare utilization but do not necessarily suggest gender as a predisposing factor.

Which of the Following Statements Describes Gender as a Predisposing