Which Differences Exist Between Males and Females Regarding Health

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which differences exist between males and females regarding health?

• A)Females have a longer life expectancy than males.
• B)Females and males can expect to live about the same number of years.
• C)Females are more likely to develop mental disorders than males.
• D)Males are more resistant to infections than females.

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Definitions:

Hypovolemic Thirst

Thirst produced by a loss of overall fluid volume from the body.

Chemical Concentrations

The measure of the amount of a substance per defined space; concentration usually refers to how much of a substance is contained in a liquid or gas.

Neurodevelopmental Disorder

A group of disorders that affect the development of the nervous system, leading to abnormal brain function and behavior challenges.

Male Infant

A young human male child, typically in the age range from birth to one year.