The Most Rapid Increases in Average Longevity at Birth Occurred

question 56

Multiple Choice

The most rapid increases in average longevity at birth occurred in the first half of the 20th century largely due to

• A) a reduction in maternal smoking.
• B) an increase in maternal mortality.
• C) declines in infant mortality rates.
• D) lack of access to childhood immunizations.

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Definitions:

Authoritative Requests

Commands or directives issued by individuals in positions of authority that are expected to be followed.

Critical Evaluation

The process of judiciously analyzing and judging the value or merit of something.

Zone of Indifference

The range within which individuals are indifferent to making a choice between different options because the differences are perceived as minimal.

Authoritative Requests

Demands or commands given by a person in a position of power, which are expected to be followed without question.