Which of the Following Statements About Life Expectancy Is True

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about life expectancy is true?

• A) The gender gap in life expectancy has widened in industrialized nations since the early 1970s.
• B) In the United States, an African-American child born in 2010 is likely to live 3 to 6 years longer than a Caucasian child.
• C) Length and quality of life can be predicted by a country's health care, housing, and social services, along with lifestyle factors.
• D) When researchers estimate average healthy life expectancy, the United States ranks first among industrialized nations.

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Definitions:

Truancy

The act of staying away from school without permission, often seen as a behavioral issue needing intervention.

Antisocial Behavior

Actions that harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others, often violating social norms or laws.

Criminal Behaviors

Actions that violate laws, for which responsible parties may be subjected to criminal sanctions.

Juvenile Delinquency

Illegal or antisocial behaviors committed by individuals under the age of 18.