For Each of the Following Statements, Select the Answer That

question 30

Multiple Choice

For each of the following statements, select the answer that correctly identifies the cause and effect. The number of obese Americans has risen because many people are consuming too many calories and avoiding exercise.

• A) Cause: The number of obese Americans has risen Effect: Many people are consuming too many calories and avoiding exercise
• B) Cause: Many people are consuming too many calories and avoiding exercise Effect: The number of obese Americans has risen

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