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Inequalities in the provision of and access to health care

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AQA AQA AS and A-level Sociology past-paper questions since 2016 · 19 parts · mark schemes follow the questions · www.alevelsociologytutor.com · Questions and mark schemes © AQA

1. June 2025 · Paper 2 · Q7 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
0 7 Outline and explain two ways in which the role of medicine affects the social distribution of health chances. [10 marks]
2. June 2025 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two reasons why there may be social class differences in the take up of advice to prevent illness or disease. [10 marks]
3. June 2024 · Paper 2 · Q7 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
0 7 Outline and explain two ways in which use of health care provision may vary between ethnic groups. [10 marks]
4. June 2024 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two ways in which attitudes of health professionals may affect how some individuals from ethnic minorities access health care. [10 marks]
5. June 2023 · Paper 2 · Q8 · 10 marks · AO1=3,AO2=4,AO3=3
0 8 Read Item E below and answer the question that follows. Item E Regions are areas with their own characteristics. The UK consists of some regions that have high levels of prosperity, and other regions which are relatively deprived. There are also urban areas that are densely populated in comparison to rural areas. Regional differences may affect health care provision. Applying material from Item E, analyse two ways in which regional differences may affect health care provision. [10 marks]
6. June 2023 · AS Paper 2 · Q14 · 2 marks · AO2=2
1 4 Using one example, briefly explain how individuals with a disability may have difficulty getting the healthcare they need. [2 marks]
7. June 2023 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two ways in which gender patterns of health may be affected by gender differences in accessing health care from medical professionals. [10 marks]
8. June 2022 · AS Paper 2 · Q13 · 2 marks · AO1=2
1 3 Define the term ‘inverse care law’. [2 marks]
9. June 2022 · AS Paper 2 · Q14 · 2 marks · AO2=2
1 4 Using one example, briefly explain why children may not be able to access health care. [2 marks]
10. November 2021 · Paper 2 · Q7 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
0 7 Outline and explain two ways in which health professionals may affect social class inequalities in health and illness. [10 marks]
11. November 2020 · Paper 2 · Q7 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
0 7 Outline and explain two reasons for social class differences in consumer choices of health care. [10 marks]
12. November 2020 · Paper 2 · Q8 · 10 marks · AO1=3,AO2=4,AO3=3
0 8 Read Item E below and answer the question that follows. Item E Black and other minority ethnic groups in the UK are more likely than the majority to experience low incomes and live in disadvantaged areas. The cultural values of these groups often prioritise support from the family and community rather than outside support. There are inequalities between ethnic groups in their health chances. Applying material from Item E, analyse two reasons for inequalities between ethnic groups in their health chances. [10 marks]
13. June 2019 · Paper 2 · Q9 · 20 marks · AO1=8,AO2=6,AO3=6
0 9 Read Item F below and answer the question that follows. Item F There are gender differences in people’s experiences of both health chances and health care. Some feminist sociologists explain these by referring to women’s position in society and the patriarchal nature of mainstream medicine. However, women’s death rates at all ages are lower than men’s. Applying material from Item F and your knowledge, evaluate sociological explanations of gender differences in both health chances and health care. [20 marks]
14. June 2019 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two ways in which material factors may affect class differences in access to health care. [10 marks]
15. June 2018 · Paper 2 · Q7 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
0 7 Outline and explain two ways in which health professionals may affect inequalities in health care. [10 marks]
16. June 2018 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two ways in which differences in accessing health care may explain ethnic differences in health chances. [10 marks]
17. June 2017 · Paper 2 · Q8 · 10 marks · AO1=3,AO2=4,AO3=3
0 8 Read Item E below and answer the question that follows. Item E One aspect of globalisation has been the growth of a huge globalised health industry, involving transnational corporations. These organisations have enormous political, economic and cultural power. Health care in the United Kingdom has been affected in several ways by this worldwide health industry. Applying material from Item E, analyse two ways in which the globalised health industry affects health care in the United Kingdom. [10 marks]
18. June 2017 · AS Paper 2 · Q16 · 10 marks · AO1=5,AO2=3,AO3=2
1 6 Outline and explain two reasons why some age groups are more likely than others to consult their doctor. [10 marks]
19. Specimen set 1 · Paper 2 · Q8 · 10 marks · AO1=3,AO2=4,AO3=3
0 8 Read Item A below and answer the question that follows. Item A Working-class people make less use of health care services in relation to their level of ill-health than do middle-class people. For example, middle-class patients have longer consultations with their GP. One study showed that they are more likely to be referred for hospital tests for heart disease. Similarly, there are class differences in the use of preventative care such as vaccinations and dental check- ups. Applying material from Item A, analyse two reasons for social class differences in the use of health care provision. [10 marks]

Mark schemes

1. June 2025 · Paper 2 · Q7
Mark scheme June 2025 Paper 2 Q7
2. June 2025 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2025 Paper 2 Q16
3. June 2024 · Paper 2 · Q7
Mark scheme June 2024 Paper 2 Q7
4. June 2024 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2024 Paper 2 Q16
5. June 2023 · Paper 2 · Q8
Mark scheme June 2023 Paper 2 Q8
6. June 2023 · AS Paper 2 · Q14
Mark scheme June 2023 Paper 2 Q14
7. June 2023 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2023 Paper 2 Q16
8. June 2022 · AS Paper 2 · Q13
Mark scheme June 2022 Paper 2 Q13
9. June 2022 · AS Paper 2 · Q14
Mark scheme June 2022 Paper 2 Q14
10. November 2021 · Paper 2 · Q7
Mark scheme November 2021 Paper 2 Q7
11. November 2020 · Paper 2 · Q7
Mark scheme November 2020 Paper 2 Q7
12. November 2020 · Paper 2 · Q8
Mark scheme November 2020 Paper 2 Q8
13. June 2019 · Paper 2 · Q9
Mark scheme June 2019 Paper 2 Q9
14. June 2019 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2019 Paper 2 Q16
15. June 2018 · Paper 2 · Q7
Mark scheme June 2018 Paper 2 Q7
16. June 2018 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2018 Paper 2 Q16
17. June 2017 · Paper 2 · Q8
Mark scheme June 2017 Paper 2 Q8
18. June 2017 · AS Paper 2 · Q16
Mark scheme June 2017 Paper 2 Q16
19. Specimen set 1 · Paper 2 · Q8
Mark scheme Specimen set 1 Paper 2 Q8