Passage: "Every Tuesday, Aling Nena walks from house to house in her barangay with a notebook and a blood pressure monitor. As a barangay health worker, she does not diagnose illness, but she knows which neighbours have missed check-ups, which babies are due for vaccines, and who needs a reminder to take their medicine. Doctors at the rural health unit say her visits catch problems early. When asked why she continues despite the small allowance, she answers simply: 'Kapag malusog ang kapitbahay, panatag ang buong barangay.'" What does her answer "Kapag malusog ang kapitbahay, panatag ang buong barangay" suggest about her motivation?
Correct answer: D. She believes the health of each neighbour affects the peace of mind of the whole community.
The saying means "When the neighbour is healthy, the whole barangay is at ease." It shows she is motivated by the well-being of the community rather than by personal gain.
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