In the context of health, which of the following statements is true of emerging adults?
A) They have more than twice the mortality rate of adolescents.
B) They are less likely to engage in health-compromising behaviors than adolescents.
C) They are less likely to be obese or have a mental disorder than adolescents.
D) They eat regular meals and avoid consuming snacks during the day.

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Emerging adults have more than twice the mortality rate of adolescents, mainly due to risky behaviors such as substance abuse and car accidents. They are more likely to engage in health-compromising behaviors than adolescents, such as binge-drinking and smoking, and they are also more likely to experience obesity and mental disorders. They may have irregular eating patterns and consume a lot of snacks.

In the Context of Health, Which of the Following Statements