Which group has the lowest life expectancy of any group in the United States?
a. Hispanics c. Asian/Pacific Islanders
b. Blacks d. Native Americans
D
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Native Americans have the lowest life expectancy of any ethnic group in the United States. Native Americans can expect to live only two-thirds as long as other people in the United States.
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