Which of the Following Is Considered to Be the Leading

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered to be the leading preventable cause of death in the United States,and directly responsible for one out of five deaths each year?

• A)Alcohol consumption
• B)Cigarette smoking
• C)Inadequate nutrition
• D)Insufficient exercise

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Definitions:

Divert

To change the direction or course of something, often to avoid a problem or to distract attention.

Project

A planned set of interrelated tasks to be executed over a fixed period and within certain cost and other limitations, aimed at achieving a specific goal.

Politeness Theory

Theory that people have positive perceptions of others who treat them politely and respectfully.

Face-Threatening

Actions or behaviors that challenge the social image someone wants to project, potentially causing embarrassment or damage to reputation.