Which country is noted to have the longest life expectancy, provide comprehensive health care for its people, and have one of the most advanced health care systems in the world?
a. United States c. France
b. Canada d. Japan
D
Japan is noted to have the longest life expectancy in the world at 82.4 years (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, 2008). It also provides comprehensive health care to all and is one of the most advanced health care systems in the world. Japan spends 8.2% of its gross domestic product (GDP) on health care.
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