Which of the Following Statements About the Maximum Lifespan for Humans

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the maximum lifespan for humans is true?

• A) The longest-lived person, whose age could be documented, was a woman who lived to 112 years.
• B) In the United States, the maximum lifespan for women is 81 years and for men is 76 years.
• C) Some scientists say that 122 years is the upper bound of human longevity, while others say that it can be extended.
• D) Scientists agree that it is more important to extend the maximum lifespan than the average healthy life expectancy.

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