Which of the following statements is true of the life span of the U.S. population?

a. Life expectancy was lower in 1960 than it is today.
b. Life expectancy was higher in 1960 than it is today.
c. Life expectancy was the same in 1960 and 2009.
d. Life expectancy was higher in 2009 than it is today.


Answer: a
Feedback: Life expectancy in the United States was lower in 1960 than it is today.

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