Which of the Following Is the Leading Cause of Death

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the leading cause of death in the 75-to-84 and 85-and-over age groups?

• A) cardiovascular disease
• B) kidney disease
• C) cancer
• D) hypertension

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Definitions:

Ethnic Differences

Variations in practices, values, and physical or genetic traits among groups of people categorized based on common ancestry or culture.

IQ

Stands for Intelligence Quotient, a measure of a person's cognitive abilities in relation to their age group.

Stereotype Vulnerability

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's social group, which can affect performance and outcomes.

Claude Steele

An American social psychologist known for his work on stereotype threat and its impact on the performance of individuals in various social contexts.