Which of the following is a true statement?
A. Hispanics and blacks are more likely to report good health than whites.
B. White males are more susceptible to firearm-related deaths and HIV infection.
C. Blacks have higher rates of heart disease and strokes than do whites.
D. Most of the morbidity and mortality difference between the races is due to racial and genetic factors.
Answer: C
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