More and More Cases of Type II Diabetes Are Being

question 17

Multiple Choice

More and more cases of type II diabetes are being reported in persons younger than 20 years because of

• A)an increased incidence of autoimmune disorders.
• B)a much more sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise.
• C)illicit use of legal drugs.
• D)environmental changes and global warming.

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Definitions:

Regional Trade Network

A system of trading relationships and economic exchanges that occur primarily within a specific geographic region.

Genetic Uniformity

The state of having a population where all individuals have very similar genetic makeup, reducing genetic diversity.

Farming

The practice of cultivating plants and livestock to produce food, fiber, medicinal plants, and other products to sustain and enhance human life.

Diseases

Illnesses or medical conditions that impact the body or mind.