In the United States, which of the following is, by far, the single greatest preventable cause of death?

A. amphetamine overdose
B. barbiturate overdose
C. heroin use
D. cigarette smoking


Answer: D

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A. risk society B. industrial society C. gemeinschaft society D. gesellschaft society

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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