The leading cause of death in older adults is
a. Stroke
b. Heart disorders
c. Cancer
d. Pneumonia
C
Cancer is now the leading cause of death among older adults. Cardiovascular diseases (referred to in responses A and B) used to be the leading cause of death among older adults, but older people have learned to take better care of themselves (e.g., diet, exercise). Response D is also incorrect, although pneumonia is a serious concern in older adults.
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