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on: Aug 20, 2018
What are the two most important health habits older adults feel they need to maintain in order to avoid losing autonomy and independence?
 a. Avoiding cigarettes and complete abstinence from alcohol
  b. Drinking alcohol in moderation and avoiding cigarettes or people who smoke
  c. Good nutrition and exercise
  d. Daily exercise and moderate alcohol intake
  e. Brushing their teeth daily and walking for 30 minutes 3 times a week

Question 2

More than anything, older adults want to _____.
 a. remain independent
  b. live at home
  c. never visit a medical doctor
  d. avoid purchasing over-the-counter or prescription medicines, creams, or vitamin supplements
  e. eat well


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

a


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