Why, According to the Text, Are Scientists Pessimistic About Extending

question 135

Multiple Choice

Why, according to the text, are scientists pessimistic about extending the human maximum lifespan?

• A) Aging has complex causes, so a single antiaging intervention won't work.
• B) People love to eat more than they should.
• C) People will always die of accidents.
• D) People will always die of infectious diseases.

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