Which of the Following Is True of Obesity

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of obesity?

• A)Rates do not vary much by gender and ethnicity.
• B)Over 50% of adults between the ages of 20 and 74 are obese.
• C)Childhood obesity is on the decline.
• D)It is the second major cause of mortality in the United States.

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Definitions:

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Productive Cough

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Chest Pain

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