Which One of the Following Is an Example of a Formal

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is an example of a formal definition of a concept?

• A) A bar scale on a map is a series of marks made along a line at regular intervals to measure distances.
• B) A bar scale is a regular interval.
• C) A bar scale is part of a map.
• D) A bar scale is related to a bar graph.

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Definitions:

Calorie Restriction

The practice of limiting dietary energy intake (while consuming sufficient quantities of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients) for the purpose of improving health and slowing down the aging process.

Aging

The process of becoming older, which involves a number of biological, psychological, and social changes over time.

Maximum Life Span

The oldest possible age that members of a species can live under ideal circumstances. For humans, that age is approximately 122 years.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years an individual is expected to live, based on statistical averages of age-specific death rates.