In Terms of Visible Signs of Aging, a Study of Twins

question 49

Multiple Choice

In terms of visible signs of aging, a study of twins found that sagging facial skin and wrinkles were linked to:

• A) smoking.
• B) alcohol.
• C) exercise.
• D) nutrition.

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Definitions:

Benchmarking

The act of evaluating business operations and performance indicators against the standards of the industry or exemplary practices from different organizations.

Cause-And-Effect Diagram

A visual tool used to systematically identify and present the potential causes of a specific problem, often resembling the shape of a fishbone.

Fishbone Diagram

A visual tool for root cause analysis, illustrating the main causes and sub-causes leading to an effect, often used in problem-solving and quality control.

Taguchi Loss Function

The Taguchi Loss Function is a statistical method used to measure the cost of deviation from a target value, emphasizing the reduction of variation in a process rather than just meeting specifications.