Multiple Choice
Which one of the following statements about cancer is false?
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11. Cell Division
Cancer
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Which of the following statements about cancer in the United States is correct?
A
Lung cancer is the most common type of cancer diagnosed in the United States.
B
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States.
C
Skin cancer is the least common type of cancer in the United States.
D
Cancer is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Verified step by step guidance1
Begin by identifying the types of cancer mentioned in the problem: lung cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer, and cancer as a general category.
Research the prevalence of each type of cancer in the United States. Look for reliable sources such as the American Cancer Society or CDC statistics to determine which type is most common.
Understand the distinction between incidence (how common a cancer is) and mortality (how deadly a cancer is). This will help clarify which statement might be correct.
Consider the demographic focus of the statements, such as 'among women' for breast cancer, which may affect the accuracy of the statement.
Evaluate the statement about cancer being the leading cause of death by comparing it to other major causes of death in the United States, such as heart disease, using recent health statistics.
