How has the average human lifespan changed over the last 60 years?
A. People are living longer than they did earlier in the 20th century.
B. The average age of mortality has remained constant over this time period.
C. There are now larger differences in life expectancy across different cultures.
D. There is now a larger gap in life expectancy between men and women.
Answer: A
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