Which of the Following Has Been Shown to Increase the Risk

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been shown to increase the risk of such diseases as lung cancer, atherosclerosis, and emphysema?

• A) Obesity.
• B) Smoking.
• C) Poor nutrition.
• D) Lack of exercise.

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Definitions:

Syllogisms

Logical structures that use deductive reasoning to come to a conclusion based on two or more propositions that are asserted as true, highlighting the relationship between different sets of items.

Extended Argument

A complex argument that involves a series of premises leading to a conclusion, often spanning a significant portion of a discourse or text.

Syllogistic Steps

The sequences in a syllogism, typically involving three steps: two premises and a conclusion that are connected logically.

Extended Argument

A detailed and lengthy discussion aimed at establishing a point or points with evidence and reasoning.