The textbook notes that nearly two-thirds of the deaths of those under 80 in the United States reflect the top 5 causes of death. Of these deaths, about one in ______ could be prevented by changes in people's behavior.
A) five
B) four
C) three
D) two

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According to the information given, nearly 2/3 of deaths under 80 in the US are due to the top 5 causes of death. Therefore, about 1/3 of deaths could be prevented by changes in people's behavior. 1/3 is equal to one in three, which is represented by choice letter C.

The Textbook Notes That Nearly Two-Thirds of the Deaths of Those