Which of the Following Observations About the Connection Between Weight

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following observations about the connection between weight and mortality is true?

• A)Men who were underweight lived longer.
• B)Women who were 20 pounds overweight did not present increased risk of mortality.
• C)Women who were 20 or more pounds underweight lived longer.
• D)Men who were 20 pounds overweight did not present an increased risk of mortality.

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