Question

Life expectancy is highly correlated with factors such as education, occupation, and income, meaning that those who are part of the upper class are more likely to live longer, healthier lives than those in the lower class. Which of the following situations is NOT an explanation for this fact? A. Those who are poor are more likely to be obese and suffer health problems due to the condition. B. People in the lower class are more likely to have high stress jobs, adversely influence their health. C. Upper class individuals are more likely to work in safer environments, such as an office. D. Those who are part of the upper class are able to afford regular and frequent doctor visits to regulate their health. E. Those who are in the lower class are more likely to wait until they have a medical crisis to visit an emergency room.

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter A.

Life expectancy is a statistical concept associated with the well-being of the population.

It indicates the average approximate lifetime of a society (longevity) according to various aspects: site pollution, crime rate, violence and accidents, economic conditions, access to education, health, culture, etc.

For this reason the life expectancy is always lower compared to the most needy individuals.