Which of the Following Is Overtaking Smoking as the Major

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is overtaking smoking as the major cause of needless deaths?

• A)alcoholism
• B)obesity
• C)sexually transmitted diseases
• D)car accidents

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Definitions:

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, posing significant health risks.

Overtime Work

Working hours that exceed the standard working hours typically defined by law or contract.

Fight-or-Flight Reaction

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, characterized by an increase in heart rate, blood pressure, and energy supplies.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed as beats per minute (bpm), indicating cardiovascular activity and overall health.