The expansion of the medical profession during the early nineteenth century resulted in a
A. rapid rise in care for the disabled.
B. decline in use of midwives by women of means.
C. significant gain in the general body of medical knowledge.
D. broad increase in the number of hospitals.
E. large jump in average life expectancy.
Answer: B
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