There Are Disparities in the Life Expectancies of Various Groups

question 15

Multiple Choice

There are disparities in the life expectancies of various groups of U.S. women and men. Which of the following is true about these disparities?

• A) African-American women have a much higher incidence of breast cancer.
• B) Health disparities are the result of negligent health care practices.
• C) The leading causes of death differs by racial/ethnic group.
• D) Men have more obstacles to receiving health care than women.

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