Life expectancy refers to

A. the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease.
B. the average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year.
C. the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes.
D. the maximum number of years humans live.


Ans: B. the average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year.

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