Although There Are Racial and Gender Differences in Life Expectancy

question 59

Multiple Choice

Although there are racial and gender differences in life expectancy,

• A) Americans are living longer
• B) 2013 data showed men living to 76.4 years
• C) 2013 data showed women living to 81.2 years
• D) Americans are healthier in later life because they lead healthier lifestyles
• E) All of the above

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