Which of the Following Factors Is Not Responsible for the Increase

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors is not responsible for the increase in cases of rickets in the United States?

• A) scarcity of outdoor activities
• B) consumption of low- fat milk
• C) increased use of sunscreens
• D) air pollution

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