Which of the following statements explains why intelligence has been shown to predict mortality?
a. Intelligent people are better equipped to prevent chronic diseases due to superior problem-solving skills.
b. Intelligence is highly influenced by environment just as mortality rates are associated with environmental causes.
c. Intelligent people are likely to have more disease-resistant genes.
d. Intelligent people are more athletically inclined and will exercise more often.
Ans: a. Intelligent people are better equipped to prevent chronic diseases due to superior problem-solving skills.
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