The increase in the number of children living sedentary lifestyles is likely due in part to ___________
A) video games
B) increased time spent in school
C) stress
D) television advertising
Answer: A
Rationale: Videogames contribute to a sedentary lifestyle and help indoctrinate children into this lifestyle from their early years. While spending more time in school might contribute to a more sedentary lifestyle, there is no evidence that the recent increase in sedentary lifestyles seen in children is related to an increase in school length.
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