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The epidemiologic triangle permits us to more fully understand the interrelationships among:
  1. Age, culture, and socioeconomic factors.
  2. Primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.
  3. Agent, host, and environment.
  4. Individual, groups, and community.
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Answer: C - The epidemiologic triangle permits us to more fully understand the interrelationships among the agent, host, and environment. An example of an agent is a toxic chemical; genetic susceptibility and immunologic status are two examples of host factors; and socioeconomic factors are an example of an environmental factor. Environment, host, and agent interact and interrelate in a complex manner as they lead to disease and dysfunction.
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