Asked by Dayana Delgado on Jul 06, 2024
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Researchers have found that which smokers are more likely to continue smoking?
A) Smokers who are older
B) Smokers who are younger
C) Smokers who smoke more
D) Both (b) and (c) but not (a)
Continue Smoking
The ongoing act of smoking tobacco or other substances despite being aware of the harmful health effects associated with the habit.
Older Smokers
Individuals of advanced age who engage in the habit of smoking tobacco, facing increased health risks.
Younger Smokers
Individuals, typically adolescents or young adults, who engage in the habit of smoking tobacco products.
- Ascertain which demographic characteristics, including age, gender, and educational attainment, impact the probability of discontinuing smoking.
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Victoria PioterekJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Both (b) and (c) but not (a). Smokers who are younger and smoke more are more likely to continue smoking based on research findings. Age has not been found to be a significant factor in determining whether a smoker will quit or continue smoking.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain which demographic characteristics, including age, gender, and educational attainment, impact the probability of discontinuing smoking.