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Which of the following best describes the focus of the course HES 383 - Physical Dimensions of Aging?

  • Changes in physiological function with age (correct)
  • Exploration of different cultures and their perspectives on aging
  • The impact of aging on mental health
  • The study of genetic factors influencing aging

What is the current life expectancy at birth for males in Canada?

  • 75 years
  • 85 years
  • 70 years
  • 80 years (correct)

Which age group is predicted to be the fastest growing in Canada by 2031?

  • Seniors aged 65 and above (correct)
  • Adults between 30-40
  • Teenagers between 13-19
  • Children under 5

What is the main topic of the article 'Ninety years of change in life expectancy'?

<p>Population aging in Canada (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the increase in life expectancy in Canada?

<p>Canada will have the highest life expectancy in the world (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a role of the TA in the course HES 383?

<p>Delivering lectures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which campus is Prof Gina Whitaker affiliated with?

<p>UBC Vancouver (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the predicted proportion of Canadians aged 65 and above by 2031?

<p>One in four Canadians (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fastest growing age group in Canada since 2011?

<p>Centenarians (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is Canada considered one of the oldest countries in the world?

<p>No, Canada is not as old as other countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does the increase in life expectancy in Canada mean that people will spend more years in poor functional health?

<p>The text does not provide information about this (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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