Which of the Following Is Not an Explanation for the Longevity

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an explanation for the longevity of some individuals, allowing them to live a century or more?

• A) greater resistance to cancer
• B) greater resistance to heart disease
• C) better health in general
• D) fewer incidences of strokes or aneurysms

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Estimated Date of Confinement (EDC)

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