Identify a reason life expectancy among men trails that among women by about five years.

A) Men are less likely to die from accidents, cirrhosis of the liver, strokes, homicide, HIV/AIDS, and cancer.
B) Heart disease typically develops later in men as compared to women due to the presence of estrogen.
C) Men indulge in unhealthful habits that are more typical of them, such as drinking, reckless behavior, and smoking.
D) Women tend to avoid medical attention until preventable or treatable problems become life-threatening.

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sandy shergill · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Men often engage in riskier behaviors and unhealthier habits like smoking and drinking, which can contribute to a lower life expectancy compared to women.

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