While Visiting an Exhibit on Seventeenth-Century Life, Hannah Noticed That

question 94

Multiple Choice

While visiting an exhibit on seventeenth-century life, Hannah noticed that the adult clothing and shoes seemed to be quite small. The curator explained that current generations are taller than past generations due to _____.

• A) the secular trend
• B) obesity
• C) genetic predisposition
• D) more exercise

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Definitions:

GI Tract

The gastrointestinal tract, an organ system responsible for transporting and digesting foodstuffs, absorbing nutrients, and expelling waste.

Mucus

A sticky, slippery substance produced by mucous membranes and glands, used to moisten, protect, and trap particles in the airways, digestive system, and other areas.

Digested First

A methodology or process in which material, typically information or data, is simplified or broken down before further analysis or use.

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a major energy source in the diet of animals and humans.