The Textbook Notes That Nearly Two-Thirds of the Deaths of Those

question 25

Multiple Choice

The textbook notes that nearly two-thirds of the deaths of those under 80 in the United States reflect the top 5 causes of death. Of these deaths, about one in ______ could be prevented by changes in people's behavior.

• A) five
• B) four
• C) three
• D) two

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