The Obesity Epidemic

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What percentage of U.S. adults are either overweight or obese?

  • 70%
  • 40%
  • 50%
  • 60% (correct)

Which state has the highest obesity rate in America?

  • Mississippi (correct)
  • New York
  • Texas
  • California

What is the second leading cause of preventable death in America?

  • Air pollution
  • Obesity (correct)
  • Drug abuse
  • Alcohol consumption

How many people worldwide does McDonald's feed every day?

<p>40 million (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year did obesity-related lawsuits against fast food companies start gaining attention?

<p>2002 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current percentage of U.S. adults who are either overweight or obese?

<p>60% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state is currently the third fattest state in America?

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

What is the total number of overweight and obese Americans since 1980?

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

What is the current status of obesity compared to smoking as a major cause of preventable death in America?

<p>Second only to smoking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people worldwide does McDonald's feed every day?

<p>More than 46 million (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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