Comparing Non-Hispanic White Individuals Aged 55 to 64 in the United

question 24

Multiple Choice

Comparing non-Hispanic white individuals aged 55 to 64 in the United States and England, concluded:

• A) People in the United States used more tobacco and had worse health habits than people in England
• B) People in the United States at every socioeconomic level were not as healthy as people in England
• C) People in the United States with higher incomes were healthier than people in England
• D) People in the United States with more education were healthier than people in England

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Definitions:

Extra Weight

Additional body mass that may come from fat, muscle, bone, and/or water retention, potentially impacting health.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, which is essential for the production of hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest foods.

Cardiovascular Disease

A group of conditions affecting the heart or the blood vessels, including issues like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and cerebrovascular accidents.

LDL To HDL

The ratio of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) to high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in the blood, an important indicator of cardiovascular health.