Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Around 50% of deaths from the 10 leading causes of death in the United States can be traced to behaviors common to certain lifestyles.
• B) Smoking is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States.
• C) Smoking has been estimated to cause 20% of all deaths.
• D) All of the above

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