Which Figure Best Approximates the Percentage of Americans Who Say

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which figure best approximates the percentage of Americans who say they want to lose weight?

• A)40%
• B)50%
• C)60%
• D)75%

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Definitions:

Population

A group of individuals of the same species living in the same area and capable of interbreeding.

Survivorship

The probability that a given individual in a population or cohort will survive to a particular age; usually presented as a survivorship curve.

Species

A group of organisms sharing common characteristics and genetic heritage, capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring under natural conditions.

Reproductive Success

The passing of genes onto the next generation in a way that they too can pass on those genes.