What Effect Does National Wealth Have on Life Expectancy

question 16

Multiple Choice

What effect does national wealth have on life expectancy?

• A) Increasing national wealth makes a big difference at first, and less later.
• B) The poorest countries usually have longer life expectancy.
• C) There is very little difference in life expectancy between countries.
• D) National wealth is the primary determinant of life expectancy.

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