Modern medicine approaches the treatment of diseases using sophisticated technology, investing large amounts of money, and focusing on curative treatments. Which of the following is NOT one of the five mainreasons for our reliance on the high-tech approach?

A. Technical response
B. Desire to live longer
C. Space shot mentality
D. Inertia


Answer: B

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