Question 45477 • AZ-Grade 8 Citizenship and Civic Engagement A - Vila
Why have obesity rates for American children increased in the last thirty years? Check all that apply.Children are snacking more today.Fast food is less popular today.Snack portion sizes are smaller today.Unhealthy snacks add about 200 calories more each day.Americans are eating more high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sugared snacks today.
Answer
A
Children are snacking more today.
B
Fast food is less popular today.
C
Snack portion sizes are smaller today.
D
Unhealthy snacks add about 200 calories more each day.
E
Americans are eating more high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sugared snacks today.
Explanation
Children’s snacking has increased, and unhealthy snacks can add about 200 calories a day. Americans also eat more snacks that are high in calories, fat, and sugar, which can contribute to weight gain over time. Fast food being less popular and snack portions being smaller would not explain the increase.
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