Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor affecting health?

• A. Genetic inheritance
• B. Cognitive abilities
• C. Educational level
• D. Blood sugar level

Answer: (D)

Health is shaped by a range of determinants that influence risk and outcomes. Genetic inheritance affects susceptibility to diseases, cognitive abilities influence how well someone can process health information and follow plans, and educational level shapes health literacy and access to resources. Blood sugar level, while essential for diagnosing and monitoring conditions, is a current health indicator rather than a determinant that explains why health outcomes vary between people. So it isn’t listed as a factor that helps explain differences in health in the same way the others do.