Despite Having Clear Economic Disadvantages, the Health of Hispanic Americans

Multiple Choice

Despite having clear economic disadvantages, the health of Hispanic Americans is, on average, at least as good as, and often better than, that of both non-Hispanic white Americans and African Americans. What is one theory that explains this paradox?

A) There tend to be more hospitals in Hispanic American neighborhoods.
B) Hispanic Americans face less life stressors compared to other ethnic groups.
C) The strong family support common in Hispanic American culture increases health resilience among members of this culture.
D) Hispanic Americans do not face racial discrimination and, therefore, are under less stress.