American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Practice Test

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Which disease is characterized by the inability to produce or use insulin effectively?

Hypertension
Diabetes
Bulimia
Anorexia

The correct answer is: Diabetes

The condition characterized by the inability to produce or use insulin effectively is diabetes. Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects the body's ability to regulate blood glucose levels due to issues with insulin. In Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas fails to produce insulin, while in Type 2 diabetes, the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not use it effectively. This can lead to high blood sugar levels, which can result in various health complications if not managed properly. Hypertension, while a significant health concern, is related to high blood pressure rather than insulin production or usage. Bulimia and anorexia are forms of eating disorders that also do not involve insulin but rather pertain to behavioral and psychological issues surrounding food intake. Therefore, diabetes is the only option that directly aligns with the symptoms of insulin dysfunction.