Which of the Following Is Responsible for the Dramatic Increase

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is responsible for the dramatic increase in life expectancy during the twentieth century?

• A)Technology increases in the field of medical laboratory research
• B)Advances in surgical techniques and procedures
• C)Sanitation and other public health activities
• D)Use of antibiotics to fight infections

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Definitions:

Atomic Bomb

A weapon of mass destruction that derives its destructive force from nuclear reactions, either fission or a combination of fission and fusion, first used in warfare by the United States in World War II.

Hiroshima

A city in Japan that was the first to be subjected to nuclear warfare when it was bombed by the United States on August 6, 1945, during World War II.

Stalingrad

The site of a major battle during World War II between Soviet and Axis forces, known for its brutal combat and pivotal role in turning the tide of the war in favor of the Allies.

Turning Point

A moment or event that marks a significant change or stage in a process, activity, or situation.