Which of the following observations about the connection between weight and mortality is true?
A. Men who were 20 pounds overweight did not present increased risk of mortality.
B. Women who were 20 or more pounds underweight lived longer.
C. Women who were 20 pounds overweight did not present increased risk of mortality.
D. Men who were underweight lived longer.
Answer: B
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