In the Middle Years, as of 2007, the Percentage of Men

question 8

Multiple Choice

In the middle years, as of 2007, the percentage of men and women married was about

• A) one-half of the men and one-half of the women.
• B) two-thirds of the men and one-half of the women.
• C) three-fourth of the men and two-thirds of the women.
• D) 90 percent of the men and 80 percent of the women.

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Definitions:

Pharynx

The muscular tube that extends from the back of the nasal cavities and mouth down to the esophagus and larynx, serving both respiratory and digestive functions.

Larynx

Also known as the voice box, it is the part of the respiratory tract involved in sound production, breathing, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the pharynx, connecting the nasal cavity above the soft palate to the oropharynx and laryngopharynx.

Tonsil

Small masses of lymphatic tissue located at the back of the throat that help in fighting off infections.