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savannahhooper

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A disease that begins slowly, progresses over a period of time, and that may resist treatment is a(n)
 
  A) acute disease.
  B) chronic disease.
  C) behavioral disease.
  D) hereditary disease.

Question 2

Effective health promotion programs
 
  A) focus on improving selected negative behaviors.
  B) have the most measurable results when implemented in schools.
  C) focus on encouraging behaviors known to support good health.
  D) don't attempt to change individual attitudes about health.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C





 

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