Which of the Following Options Is a Reason That There

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following options is a reason that there is a gap of about five years between the life expectancies of men and women?

• A) Men are reluctant to have regular physical checkups or talk to doctors.
• B) Women are more likely to indulge in drinking, smoking, and risky sex.
• C) Estrogen and progesterone make women vulnerable to heart disease.
• D) Men are less likely to die from accidents and reckless behavior.

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