What is the most frequent cause of death in middle adulthood?

A. cancer
B. heart attack or stroke
C. firearms accident
D. automobile accident


Answer: B

Psychology

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a. digital immigrants b. digital natives c. technophiles d. digital addicts

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Assuming she is not simply repeating what she has heard others say, approximately how old would you expect Alya to be? How do you know this? What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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