Which of the following statements about health risks is FALSE?

A. Health risks include factors such as age, gender, family history, income, and education.
B. All health risks can be avoided.
C. By definition a health risk involves the probability or likelihood of an event occurring.
D. A health risk is the probability of exposure to a hazard that can result in negative consequences.


Answer: B

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