Because Both of John's Parents Smoke, John Has a Higher-Than-Average

question 30

Multiple Choice

Because both of John's parents smoke, John has a higher-than-average chance of being a smoker. This is an example of

• A) a reinforcing factor.
• B) a predisposing factor.
• C) a confirming factor.
• D) an enabling factor.

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