An Environmental Factor That Has Contributed to the Increasing Prevalence

question 42

Multiple Choice

An environmental factor that has contributed to the increasing prevalence of obesity is the:

• A) increased seasonal availability of fruits and vegetables.
• B) relatively low increase in the price of sugar-sweetened beverages.
• C) increased use of genetically engineered foods.
• D) inborn preference for foods made with high-fructose corn syrup.

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