Which of the Following Statements Is Most Accurate, Regarding the Relationship

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most accurate, regarding the relationship between educational level and early death?

• A) There is no link between these variables since early death does not depend on education level achieved.
• B) The risk of dying young is slightly higher for women with more education, but is equal for men with more versus less education.
• C) The risk of dying young is slightly higher for men with more education, but is equal for women with more versus less education.
• D) The risk of dying young is about double for those with less than a high school education, compared to those with some college education.

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